How To Fix M8818 - Error reading layer & & & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 818

• Message text: Error reading layer & & & &

What causes this issue?

An error occurred when the system tried to read the layer.

How to fix this error?

Inform your systems administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8818 - Error reading layer & & & & ?

  The SAP error message M8818, which states "Error reading layer & & & &," typically occurs in the context of material management and inventory management processes. This error is related to issues with the data layers in the material master or the stock data for a material.
  Causes:
  
  Data Layer Issues: The error often indicates that the system is unable to read a specific data layer for a material. This could be due to missing or corrupted data in the database.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specific data layer.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration problems in the material master setup or in the way the layers are defined.
  Database Issues: There could be underlying database issues, such as locks or inconsistencies in the data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Verify that the material master data is complete and correctly configured. Ensure that all necessary views and data layers