How To Fix FS_BIW_MESSAGES001 - Error reading the change pointers

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FS_BIW_MESSAGES - Messages from BW Extraction for FS

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Error reading the change pointers

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FS_BIW_MESSAGES001 - Error reading the change pointers ?

  The SAP error message FS_BIW_MESSAGES001 indicates that there is an issue with reading change pointers in the context of data extraction or data transfer processes, particularly in the Financial Services (FS) module or Business Information Warehouse (BIW). This error can occur due to various reasons, and here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Change Pointers: The change pointers that are supposed to be read may not exist or may have been deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for change pointer processing may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the process may not have the necessary authorizations to read the change pointers.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from reading the change pointers correctly.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database locks or connectivity problems.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Change Pointer Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the change pointer functionality is correctly configured in the relevant application area. This includes checking the settings in transaction BD61 (Change Pointer Configuration).
  
  
  
  Verify Change Pointer Existence:
  
  Use transaction SCDO (Change Document Objects) to check if the change pointers exist for the relevant objects.
  You can also check the change pointer table (e.g., CDPOS and CDHDR) to see if there are any entries.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and read change pointers. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the relevant data to ensure that there are no inconsistencies that could be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Check for Technical Issues:
  
  Look for any database locks or connectivity issues that might be affecting the ability to read change pointers. You can use transaction SM12 to check for locks and SM21 for system logs.
  
  
  
  Reprocess Change Pointers:
  
  If the change pointers are missing or not processed correctly, you may need to reprocess them. This can be done using transaction BD21 (Reprocess Change Pointers).
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Change Pointers: Change pointers are a mechanism in SAP that allows for tracking changes to data records. They are often used in data extraction processes to identify which records have changed since the last extraction.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  BD61: Change Pointer Configuration
  SCDO: Change Document Objects
  BD21: Reprocess Change Pointers
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  SM21: System Log
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more detailed information on change pointers and their configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or consult with a technical expert familiar with your specific SAP environment.