How To Fix AIN_EPC006 - EPC types not available in active EPC version &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AIN_EPC - EPC Related Message Class

• Message number: 006

• Message text: EPC types not available in active EPC version &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AIN_EPC006 - EPC types not available in active EPC version &1 ?

  The SAP error message AIN_EPC006, which states "EPC types not available in active EPC version &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Product Compliance (APC) or SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) modules. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the specified EPC (Environmental Product Compliance) types in the active version of the EPC.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive EPC Version: The EPC version you are trying to use may not be active or may not have the required EPC types defined.
  Missing EPC Types: The specific EPC types you are trying to access may not be defined in the active EPC version.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the EPC settings that prevent the system from recognizing the EPC types.
  Data Consistency Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the data that lead to the EPC types not being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Active EPC Version:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., AIN or EHS) and check which EPC version is currently active.
  Ensure that the version you are trying to use is indeed active.
  
  
  
  Verify EPC Types:
  
  Navigate to the EPC configuration settings and verify that the required EPC types are defined in the active version.
  If they are missing, you may need to create or activate them.
  
  
  
  Activate EPC Version:
  
  If the required EPC version is inactive, you may need to activate it. This can usually be done through the configuration settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for EPC to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  Look for any discrepancies or missing configurations that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a data consistency check to ensure that all relevant data is correctly maintained and there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to EPC and the specific error message for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  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: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AIN (Advanced Information Network) or EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety) that may help in navigating the EPC settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches or updates that could resolve the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.