How To Fix /SCF/CL_ICHDMDBG_MSG024 - Original period table was empty after data access call

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCF/CL_ICHDMDBG_MSG -

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Original period table was empty after data access call

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCF/CL_ICHDMDBG_MSG024 - Original period table was empty after data access call ?

  The SAP error message /SCF/CL_ICHDMDBG_MSG024 indicating that the "Original period table was empty after data access call" typically arises in the context of SAP's Supply Chain Management (SCM) or Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) modules. This error suggests that a data access call was made to retrieve data from a table, but the expected data was not found, resulting in an empty table.
  Causes:
  
  
  Data Availability: The most common cause is that the data for the specified period does not exist in the underlying database tables. This could be due to:
  
  Data not being loaded or updated correctly.
  Data being archived or deleted.
  Incorrect selection criteria or filters applied during the data access call.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the planning area or the data model that prevent the system from accessing the required data.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the data access call may not have the necessary authorizations to view the data.
  
  
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or inconsistencies in the database that prevent data retrieval.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Data Availability:
  
  Verify that the data for the specified period exists in the relevant tables. You can do this by running queries directly on the database or using transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to inspect the tables.
  
  
  
  Data Load:
  
  If data is missing, ensure that the data load processes (like InfoPackages, data transfer processes, etc.) have been executed successfully. Check for any errors in the data loading logs.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the planning area or data model to ensure they are set up correctly. This includes verifying the time periods and key figures.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any related error messages that might provide additional context or clues about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Notes or documentation related to the specific module you are working with. There may be known issues or patches available.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 (Job Monitoring), SLG1 (Application Log), and SE16 (Data Browser) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message or similar issues in the SAP Support Portal.
  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 identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.