How To Fix CM_SUB_DATA003 - Error reading the specification data

CM_SUB_DATA003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_SUB_DATA - Substance Data (Header, ID, Reference, Materials)

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Error reading the specification data

What causes this issue?

The specification data could not be read.

System Response

No data is displayed.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_SUB_DATA003 - Error reading the specification data ?

  The SAP error message CM_SUB_DATA003 ("Error reading the specification data") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or Material Management (MM) modules, particularly when dealing with specifications, recipes, or similar data structures. This error indicates that the system encountered an issue while trying to read specification data from the database.
  Causes:
  
  Data Corruption: The specification data might be corrupted or incomplete in the database.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specification data.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration problems in the system that prevent proper access to the specification data.
  Database Issues: There could be underlying database issues, such as connectivity problems or database locks.
  Missing Data: The specification data that is being requested may not exist or may have been deleted.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the specification data. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles