How To Fix /SCMB/ESA_EMULATION013 - Internal error when reading the variant.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/ESA_EMULATION -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Internal error when reading the variant.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/ESA_EMULATION013 - Internal error when reading the variant. ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/ESA_EMULATION013 Internal error when reading the variant typically indicates an issue related to the variant configuration in the SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) module. This error can occur due to various reasons, such as inconsistencies in the variant data, issues with the underlying database, or problems with the configuration settings.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the variant data stored in the database.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variant data.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the SCM module can lead to this error.
  Database Issues: Problems with the database, such as locks or corruption, can also trigger this error.
  Software Bugs: There may be bugs in the SAP software that lead to this internal error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Variant Configuration:
  
  Review the variant configuration settings to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Verify that the variant exists and is active.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variant. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Database Consistency Check:
  
  Run database consistency checks to identify and resolve any inconsistencies. You can use transaction SE14 for database utility checks.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal. There may be specific notes addressing this error, including patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including any logs or screenshots.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), and SLG1 (Application Log).
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the SCM module to understand the variant configuration better.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the error message /SCMB/ESA_EMULATION013 Internal error when reading the variant.