How To Fix PPEENGBAPI736 - Change pointers could not be evaluated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPEENGBAPI - Messages for BAPIs in iPPE (Not Application-Specific)

• Message number: 736

• Message text: Change pointers could not be evaluated

What causes this issue?

An internal error has occurred when evaluating the change pointers.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPEENGBAPI736 - Change pointers could not be evaluated ?

  The SAP error message PPEENGBAPI736 indicates that change pointers could not be evaluated. This typically occurs in the context of the Change Pointer mechanism in SAP, which is used to track changes to master data and other objects for purposes such as data replication or integration with other systems.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Configuration Issues: The change pointer mechanism may not be properly configured for the relevant object or data type.
  Missing Change Pointers: There may be no change pointers available for the object you are trying to process.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to read or process change pointers.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the change pointers from being evaluated correctly.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database or the application server.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the change pointer mechanism is correctly configured for the relevant object. This includes checking the settings in transaction BD61 (Change Pointer Configuration) and ensuring that the relevant message types are activated.
  
  
  
  Review Change Pointers:
  
  Use transaction BD21 to display the change pointers and verify if there are any available for processing. If there are no change pointers, you may need to trigger the creation of change pointers by making changes to the relevant master data.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and process change pointers. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Check for any inconsistencies in the data that may be causing the issue. This may involve reviewing the relevant master data records and ensuring they are complete and valid.
  
  
  
  Technical Checks:
  
  Look at the system logs (transaction SM21) and short dumps (transaction ST22) for any related errors that could provide more context on the issue.
  If necessary, perform a system restart or check for any ongoing system maintenance that could be affecting the change pointer processing.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Change Pointers: Change pointers are a mechanism in SAP that allows the system to track changes to specific data objects. They are often used in conjunction with IDocs for data transfer.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  BD61: Change Pointer Configuration
  BD21: Process Change Pointers
  SM21: System Log
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the PPEENGBAPI736 error in your SAP system.