How To Fix /EACC/DM_PLIMA016 - Internal error: Function module &1 cannot be found in the DDIC

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /EACC/DM_PLIMA -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Internal error: Function module &1 cannot be found in the DDIC

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /EACC/DM_PLIMA016 - Internal error: Function module &1 cannot be found in the DDIC ?

  The SAP error message /EACC/DM_PLIMA016 Internal error: Function module &1 cannot be found in the DDIC indicates that the system is unable to locate a specific function module in the Data Dictionary (DDIC). This can occur for several reasons, and here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Function Module: The function module referenced in the error message may not exist in the system. This could be due to a missing transport or an incomplete installation of a component.
  Transport Issues: If the function module was recently transported from another system, the transport may not have been successful, or the function module may not have been included in the transport request.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the function module, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the system configuration or inconsistencies in the system that prevent the function module from being recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Function Module Existence:
  
  Use transaction code SE37 (Function Builder) to check if the function module exists in the system. If it does not exist, you may need to create it or transport it from another system.
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  If the function module is missing, check the transport requests to ensure that the function module was included and successfully imported into the system. You may need to re-import the transport request.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the function module. You can check this using transaction SU53 after attempting to execute the function.
  
  
  
  System Consistency Check:
  
  Run transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) and check for inconsistencies in the Data Dictionary. You can also use transaction SICK to perform a system check.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the code that calls the function module to see if there are any issues leading up to the error.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific module or component you are working with, as there may be specific requirements or dependencies related to the function module in question.
  Community 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.