How To Fix /PLMI/PPE_VIP003 - Error &1 occured when reading document &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/PPE_VIP -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Error &1 occured when reading document &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/PPE_VIP003 - Error &1 occured when reading document &2 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/PPE_VIP003 typically indicates that there was an issue when trying to read a document in the system. The error message format suggests that it is related to a specific document identified by the placeholder &2, and the error code &1 provides additional context about the nature of the error.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Document Not Found: The document identified by &2 may not exist in the system or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the document.
  Data Corruption: There could be corruption in the database or in the document itself.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that are preventing the document from being accessed correctly.
  System Performance: If the system is under heavy load, it may not be able to retrieve the document in a timely manner.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Existence: Verify that the document identified by &2 exists in the system. You can do this by searching for the document using its ID or other identifying information.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the document. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Database Integrity Check: Run a database integrity check to identify and resolve any corruption issues. This may require the assistance of a database administrator.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings related to document management to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  System Performance Monitoring: Monitor system performance and check for any bottlenecks that may be affecting document retrieval. If necessary, optimize system performance or schedule heavy tasks during off-peak hours.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP Notes often provide patches or workarounds for known issues.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to investigate the underlying tables related to the document.
  Logs and Traces: Review system logs and traces for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error message details and any relevant context.