How To Fix /SCA/DM_ADDR012 - Error while reading contact person address

/SCA/DM_ADDR012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCA/DM_ADDR -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Error while reading contact person address

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCA/DM_ADDR012 - Error while reading contact person address ?

  The SAP error message /SCA/DM_ADDR012 typically indicates an issue related to reading the address of a contact person in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, such as missing data, incorrect configurations, or issues with the underlying data model.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Missing Data: The contact person may not have an address assigned in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the address data, such as incorrect formatting or missing mandatory fields.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the contact person's address data.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration problems in the address management settings or related modules.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or issues with the data model.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Completeness: Verify that the contact person has a valid address assigned. You can do this by navigating to the relevant master data records in SAP.
  Review Address Data: