How To Fix SBD_MESSAGES071 - Version &1 of Structure &2 can not be read

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SBD_MESSAGES - Messages for source based DDIC

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Version &1 of Structure &2 can not be read

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SBD_MESSAGES071 - Version &1 of Structure &2 can not be read ?

  The SAP error message SBD_MESSAGES071 indicates that the system is unable to read a specific version of a structure. This can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions can help resolve the issue.
  Cause
  
  Version Not Available: The specified version of the structure may not exist in the system. This could happen if the version was deleted or never created.
  Transport Issues: If the structure was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that prevented the version from being created or activated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified version of the structure.
  Data Dictionary Issues: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the data dictionary that prevent the structure from being read correctly.
  
  Solution
  
  Check Structure Version: Verify that the specified version of the structure exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE11 for Data Dictionary) and checking the structure.
  Transport Logs: If the structure was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate why the version is not available.
  Recreate the Structure: If the version is missing and cannot be recovered, you may need to recreate the structure or restore it from a backup if available.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the structure. You may need to consult with your security team to verify this.
  Data Dictionary Consistency Check: Run a consistency check on the data dictionary to identify and resolve any inconsistencies. This can be done using transaction SE14 or SE11.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), SE03 (Transport Organizer), ST22 (Dump Analysis).
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant logs or screenshots.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.