How To Fix /CFG/APPL_SCOPING401 - Failed to get SVA List

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CFG/APPL_SCOPING -

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Failed to get SVA List

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CFG/APPL_SCOPING401 - Failed to get SVA List ?

  The SAP error message /CFG/APPL_SCOPING401 Failed to get SVA List typically occurs in the context of SAP's Scoping and Configuration tools, particularly when working with the SAP Cloud Platform or SAP S/4HANA. This error indicates that the system was unable to retrieve the SVA (Scope Value Assignment) list, which is essential for the scoping process.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the SVA list.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the system settings or in the scoping configuration.
  System Performance: The system may be experiencing performance issues, leading to timeouts or failures in retrieving data.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the underlying tables that store the SVA information.
  Network Issues: If the system is trying to access external services or databases, network issues could prevent successful data retrieval.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to access the SVA list. This can be done by checking the user roles in transaction PFCG.
  Review Configuration: Verify the configuration settings related to scoping and ensure that all necessary components are correctly set up.
  System Performance: Monitor system performance and check for any ongoing issues. If the system is slow, consider optimizing performance or checking for background jobs that may be consuming resources.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant tables to ensure that all necessary data is present and correct. This may involve checking the configuration tables related to scoping.
  Network Troubleshooting: If applicable, check network connections and ensure that any external services or databases are accessible.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP Notes often provide patches or workarounds for known issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, SU53 for authorization checks, and ST22 for dump analysis.
  Logs and Traces: Review application logs and traces (using transaction SLG1 or ST22) to gather more information about the error and its context.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.