How To Fix /SAPAPO/SCC400 - Error initializing an OCX control

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SCC -

• Message number: 400

• Message text: Error initializing an OCX control

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SCC400 - Error initializing an OCX control ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SCC400 Error initializing an OCX control typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the ActiveX controls (OCX) that are used in the SAP GUI or in specific APO functionalities. This error can arise due to several reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Corrupted OCX Files: The required OCX files may be missing or corrupted on the client machine.
  Incorrect Registration of OCX Files: The OCX controls may not be properly registered in the Windows registry.
  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.
  User Permissions: Insufficient permissions to access or execute the OCX controls.
  Browser Settings: If the OCX control is being used in a web-based environment, browser settings or security settings may block the control from initializing.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Re-register OCX Files:
  
  Open Command Prompt as an administrator.
  Use the command regsvr32 <path_to_ocx_file> to register the OCX file. Replace <path_to_ocx_file> with the actual path of the OCX file.
  Common OCX files related to SAP may include mscomctl.ocx, comctl32.ocx, etc.
  
  
  
  Reinstall or Repair SAP GUI:
  
  Uninstall the current version of SAP GUI and then reinstall it. This can help restore any missing or corrupted files.
  
  
  
  Check User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and execute the OCX controls. Running the SAP GUI as an administrator may help.
  
  
  
  Update or Install Required Components:
  
  Ensure that all required components, such as Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributables, are installed and up to date.
  
  
  
  Check Compatibility Settings:
  
  If you are using an older version of SAP GUI, try running it in compatibility mode for an earlier version of Windows.
  
  
  
  Browser Settings (if applicable):
  
  If the error occurs in a web-based environment, check the browser settings to ensure that ActiveX controls are allowed to run.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for any specific requirements or configurations related to the OCX controls used in your environment.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /SAPAPO/SCC400 Error initializing an OCX control error.