How To Fix JBDEXP116 - Change pointer ID cannot be accessed

JBDEXP116 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: JBDEXP - Messages for Change Pointer and Extract Program

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Change pointer ID cannot be accessed

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JBDEXP116 - Details

• The SAP error message JBDEXP116: Change pointer ID cannot be accessed typically occurs in the context of change pointer processing in SAP systems. Change pointers are used to track changes to master data and are essential for data replication and synchronization processes.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Change Pointer ID: The specific change pointer ID that the system is trying to access does not exist or has been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process attempting to access the change pointer may not have the necessary authorizations.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the change pointer table.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings related to change pointers or the relevant application area may lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the change pointer ID is part of a transport request that has not been properly imported, it may lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the JBDEXP116