How To Fix FRE459 - Reading Change Pointers for Message Type '&1' failed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FRE - F&R CON R/3 - Messages

• Message number: 459

• Message text: Reading Change Pointers for Message Type '&1' failed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FRE459 - Reading Change Pointers for Message Type '&1' failed. ?

  The SAP error message FRE459 indicates that there was a failure in reading change pointers for a specific message type. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Change Pointers functionality, which is used to track changes in data and trigger messages for data replication or other processes.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Configuration Issues: The message type specified in the error may not be properly configured in the system.
  Missing Change Pointers: There may be no change pointers available for the specified message type, or they may not have been generated correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process attempting to read the change pointers may not have the necessary authorizations.
  Database Issues: There could be issues with the database, such as locks or inconsistencies that prevent reading the change pointers.
  Program Errors: There may be bugs or issues in the custom code or standard programs that handle change pointers.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FRE459 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that the message type specified in the error is correctly configured in the system.
  Ensure that the change pointer functionality is activated for the relevant message type.
  
  
  
  Review Change Pointers:
  
  Use transaction code SCDO (Change Document Objects) to check if the change pointers are set up correctly.
  Use transaction code SCDO to see if there are any existing change pointers for the message type in question.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user or process has the necessary authorizations to read change pointers. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Database Check:
  
  Check for any database locks or inconsistencies that may be affecting the ability to read change pointers. You can use transaction SM12 to check for locks and SM21 for system logs.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the program or function module that is attempting to read the change pointers. This may help identify any coding issues or exceptions being raised.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Change Pointers: Change pointers are a mechanism in SAP that allows tracking changes to data records. They are often used in scenarios involving data replication, such as ALE (Application Link Enabling) and IDocs (Intermediate Documents).
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SCDO: Change Document Objects
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  SM21: System Log
  SE37: Function Module for debugging
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on change pointers and their configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the FRE459 error in your SAP system.