How To Fix ME813 - System error invoking &: return code &

ME813 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 813

• Message text: System error invoking &: return code &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME813 - System error invoking &: return code & ?

  The SAP error message ME813, which states "System error invoking &: return code &", typically indicates that there is an issue with the system trying to execute a particular function or program related to the purchasing module. This error can occur due to various reasons, including configuration issues, missing authorizations, or problems with the underlying system components.
  Causes:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect settings in the purchasing module or related configurations can lead to this error.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the function or access the required data.
  System Bugs: There may be bugs or issues in the SAP system that cause the function to fail.
  Missing or Corrupted Objects: The program or function module that is being called may be missing or corrupted.
  Database Issues: Problems with the database connection or data integrity can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform