How To Fix /BOBF/COM_GEN_FRAME166 - Start of simulation by user &1

/BOBF/COM_GEN_FRAME166 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/COM_GEN_FRAME -

• Message number: 166

• Message text: Start of simulation by user &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/COM_GEN_FRAME166 - Start of simulation by user &1 ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/COM_GEN_FRAME166 with the text "Start of simulation by user &1" typically indicates that a simulation process was initiated by a user, but there may be issues related to the simulation environment or the configuration of the Business Object Framework (BOBF).
  
  Cause:
  
  User-Initiated Simulation: The message indicates that a user has started a simulation process. This could be part of a testing or development scenario.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the BOBF or the specific business object being simulated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the simulation.
  Data Issues: There could be issues with the data being used in the simulation, such as missing or incorrect data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the BOBF and ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined for the business object being simulated.
  Review User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to perform