How To Fix /SAPAPO/MA950 - Error calling OCX method: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MA -

• Message number: 950

• Message text: Error calling OCX method: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA950 - Error calling OCX method: &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA950 Error calling OCX method: &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the integration of ActiveX controls (OCX) in the SAP GUI or when the system is trying to execute a method from an OCX component.
  Causes:
  
  ActiveX Control Issues: The OCX control may not be properly registered on the client machine, or it may be missing altogether.
  Compatibility Issues: There may be compatibility issues between the version of the OCX control and the version of the SAP GUI or the operating system.
  Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to execute the OCX method.
  Corrupted Installation: The installation of the SAP GUI or the OCX control may be corrupted.
  Network Issues: If the OCX control is trying to access resources over the network, there may be connectivity issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Register the OCX Control:
  
  If you suspect that the OCX control is not registered, you can register it manually using the regsvr32 command in the command prompt. Make sure to run the command prompt as an administrator.
  Example: regsvr32 path\to\your\control.ocx
  
  
  
  Reinstall SAP GUI:
  
  Uninstall and then reinstall the SAP GUI to ensure that all components, including OCX controls, are correctly installed.
  
  
  
  Check Compatibility:
  
  Ensure that the version of the OCX control is compatible with your version of SAP GUI and your operating system. You may need to update either the OCX control or the SAP GUI.
  
  
  
  Check Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to execute the OCX methods. This may involve checking user roles and authorizations in SAP.
  
  
  
  Update or Repair the OCX Control:
  
  If the OCX control is part of a third-party application, check for updates or repair the installation of that application.
  
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  If the OCX control requires network access, ensure that there are no firewall or network issues preventing it from functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error. SAP frequently releases notes that address known issues.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific OCX control being used, as it may provide additional troubleshooting steps or requirements.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance.