How To Fix /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF101 - Error during application log creation; please contact technical support

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF -

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Error during application log creation; please contact technical support

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF101 - Error during application log creation; please contact technical support ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF101 indicates that there was an issue during the creation of an application log in the Supply Chain Management (SCM) module. This error typically arises when the system encounters a problem while trying to log specific application events or errors, which can hinder the proper functioning of the application.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create logs.
  Database Issues: There could be problems with the database, such as connectivity issues or insufficient space.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the SCM module or related components may lead to this error.
  System Performance: High system load or performance issues may prevent the log from being created.
  Transport Issues: If the system is in a transport state, it may not allow certain operations, including log creation.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create application logs. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Database Health Check: Verify the health of the database. Check for any connectivity issues, and ensure that there is enough space in the database.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SCM module to ensure they are set up correctly. This may involve reviewing settings in transaction codes related to SCM.
  Monitor System Performance: Use transaction SM66 or SM50 to monitor system performance and check for any long-running processes that may be affecting log creation.
  Check Application Logs: Use transaction SLG1 to view existing application logs and see if there are any related messages that can provide more context on the error.
  Contact Technical Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to contact SAP technical support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message, context, and any relevant logs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SLG1: Display Application Log
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  SM66 / SM50: Monitor System Performance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the SCM module for any known issues or configuration guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the error related to application log creation in SAP SCM.