How To Fix BA113 - Handle & is not intended for read access

BA113 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BA - Data Archiving

• Message number: 113

• Message text: Handle & is not intended for read access

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BA113 - Handle & is not intended for read access ?

  The SAP error message BA113 ("Handle & is not intended for read access") typically occurs when there is an attempt to read data from a handle that is not configured for read access. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with Business Application Programming Interfaces (BAPIs), function modules, or when accessing certain data structures in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Handle Type: The handle being accessed is not set up for reading. It may be a write-only handle or a handle that is not initialized properly.
  Access Permissions: The user or the program may not have the necessary permissions to read from the specified handle.
  Programming Error: There may be a mistake in the code where the handle is being used, such as trying to read from a handle that was never intended for reading.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Handle Configuration: Ensure that the handle you are trying to read from is indeed configured for read access.