How To Fix PLM_S4_XPRA012 - The report 'VCH_MASS_MAINTENANCE' should be executed in the client '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLM_S4_XPRA - Messages for PLM XPRA

• Message number: 012

• Message text: The report 'VCH_MASS_MAINTENANCE' should be executed in the client '&1'

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

The report 'VCH_MASS_MAINTENANCE' adds additional information to the
variant configuration data that is available in your system, so that
this data can be consumed in an optimized way using the Advanced Variant
Configuration. For more details, please look at the note 2464404.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_S4_XPRA012 - The report 'VCH_MASS_MAINTENANCE' should be executed in the client '&1' ?

  The SAP error message PLM_S4_XPRA012 indicates that the report 'VCH_MASS_MAINTENANCE' needs to be executed in a specific client, which is represented by the placeholder '&1'. This error typically arises during the execution of a program or transaction that requires certain prerequisites to be met, particularly in the context of client-specific data or configurations.
  Cause:
  
  Client-Specific Execution: The report is designed to be executed in a specific client, and if you attempt to run it in a different client, you will encounter this error.
  Missing Configuration: The necessary configurations or data might not be present in the client you are trying to execute the report in.
  Transport Issues: If the report was recently transported to the system, it may not have been properly configured for the target client.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Correct Client: Check the documentation or the error message details to identify which client the report should be executed in. The client number will replace the '&1' in the error message.
  Switch to the Correct Client: Log into the SAP system using the correct client number where the report is supposed to be executed.
  Execute the Report: Once you are in the correct client, try executing the report 'VCH_MASS_MAINTENANCE' again.
  Check Configuration: Ensure that all necessary configurations and data are present in the client. If not, you may need to perform additional setup or data migration.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP notes or documentation related to the report for any additional steps or prerequisites that may be required.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the report 'VCH_MASS_MAINTENANCE' or the error message PLM_S4_XPRA012.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to mass maintenance or the specific functionality you are trying to achieve.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP Community forums for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully execute the report in the appropriate client.