How To Fix 5V518 - Could not read feature BEUWR

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5V - HR: Messages for Belgium

• Message number: 518

• Message text: Could not read feature BEUWR

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5V518 - Could not read feature BEUWR ?

  The SAP error message 5V518, which states "Could not read feature BEUWR," typically occurs in the context of variant configuration (VC) in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to read a specific feature (in this case, BEUWR) that is required for processing a configurable material.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Feature Definition: The feature BEUWR may not be defined in the configuration profile of the material.
  Incorrect Configuration Profile: The configuration profile assigned to the material may not be set up correctly or may not include the feature.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the feature or the configuration profile.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the master data related to the configurable material.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Feature Definition:
  
  Go to the configuration profile of the material in transaction code CU01 (Create Configuration Profile) or CU02 (Change Configuration Profile).
  Verify that the feature BEUWR is defined and correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Profile:
  
  Ensure that the configuration profile assigned to the material includes the feature BEUWR.
  If the feature is missing, you may need to add it to the configuration profile.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the configuration profile and the feature.
  Check the user roles and authorizations in transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the master data related to the configurable material.
  Use transaction code CU50 (Configuration Simulation) to simulate the configuration and identify any issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the documentation for the specific variant configuration setup to ensure that all necessary features and dependencies are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CU01: Create Configuration Profile
  CU02: Change Configuration Profile
  CU50: Configuration Simulation
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Variant Configuration Documentation: Review SAP's official documentation on variant configuration for best practices and setup guidelines.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message 5V518 in SAP.