How To Fix P0098 - Error when processing the OCX tree

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: P0 - Messages for Transactions PE01, PE02 and PE03

• Message number: 098

• Message text: Error when processing the OCX tree

What causes this issue?

A general error has occurred which is linked to the processing of
events or tree structure data for input help for individual fields.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message P0098 - Error when processing the OCX tree ?

  The SAP error message P0098, which indicates "Error when processing the OCX tree," typically arises during the execution of certain transactions or when using specific functionalities in SAP that involve ActiveX controls or OCX components. This error can occur due to various reasons, including issues with the ActiveX control itself, problems with the SAP GUI, or configuration issues.
  Causes:
  
  ActiveX Control Issues: The OCX control may not be properly registered or may be corrupted.
  SAP GUI Version: Incompatibility between the version of the SAP GUI and the ActiveX control being used.
  Browser Settings: If you are using SAP through a web browser, certain browser settings or security settings may block ActiveX controls.
  User Permissions: Insufficient permissions to execute the ActiveX control.
  System Configuration: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system or the client environment.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Re-register the OCX Control:
  
  Open the Command Prompt as an administrator.
  Use the command regsvr32 <path_to_ocx_file> to re-register the OCX file. Make sure to replace <path_to_ocx_file> with the actual path of the OCX file.
  
  
  
  Update SAP GUI:
  
  Ensure that you are using the latest version of the SAP GUI. Check for updates and install them if available.
  
  
  
  Check Browser Settings (if applicable):
  
  If using SAP through a web browser, ensure that ActiveX controls are enabled in the browser settings.
  Adjust security settings to allow ActiveX controls to run.
  
  
  
  Check User Permissions:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary permissions to execute the ActiveX control. Consult with your system administrator if needed.
  
  
  
  Clear Cache:
  
  Clear the cache of the SAP GUI or the web browser to remove any corrupted files that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes or patches that address this specific error.
  
  
  
  Reinstall SAP GUI:
  
  If the problem persists, consider uninstalling and then reinstalling the SAP GUI to ensure all components are correctly installed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Support: If the issue continues after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to the specific transaction or functionality you are using to see if there are any known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the P0098 error in SAP.