How To Fix MPE_CM_EFFECTIVITY058 - Error in reading parameter variant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_CM_EFFECTIVITY - Message Class for Parameter Effectivity

• Message number: 058

• Message text: Error in reading parameter variant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_CM_EFFECTIVITY058 - Error in reading parameter variant ?

  The SAP error message MPE_CM_EFFECTIVITY058 indicates that there is an issue with reading a parameter variant in the context of configuration management or variant configuration. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find or access the specified parameter variant, which can be due to several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Parameter Variant: The specified parameter variant may not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the parameter variant.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration settings or the way the parameter variant is defined.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the parameter variant, such as missing entries in the database.
  Transport Issues: If the parameter variant was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Parameter Variant: Verify that the parameter variant exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., CU50 for configuration profiles) and checking if the variant is listed.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the parameter variant. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  Validate Configuration: Review the configuration settings to ensure that they are correctly defined. Check for any missing or incorrect entries.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the configuration data to identify any inconsistencies. This can often be done using transaction codes like SE11 or SE16 to inspect the relevant database tables.
  Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate problems with the transport of the parameter variant.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may be available.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CU50 (Configuration Profile), CU60 (Configuration Management), and SE11 (Data Dictionary) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.