How To Fix /SCMB/ODM_ORDA020 - The technical name of the order data area &1 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/ODM_ORDA -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: The technical name of the order data area &1 is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/ODM_ORDA020 - The technical name of the order data area &1 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/ODM_ORDA020 indicates that there is an issue with the technical name of the order data area in the SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) module. This error typically arises when the system cannot find or recognize the specified order data area, which can be due to various reasons.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Technical Name: The technical name provided for the order data area does not exist in the system or is incorrectly specified.
  Configuration Issues: The order data area may not be properly configured in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified order data area.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from recognizing the order data area.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Technical Name: Verify that the technical name of the order data area is correct. Ensure that it matches the expected format and naming conventions.
  Configuration Review: Go to the configuration settings in the SCM module and check if the order data area is defined correctly. If it is missing, you may need to create it or correct the existing configuration.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the order data area. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles and permissions.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks or reports to identify any data issues related to the order data area. This may involve checking for missing entries or discrepancies in the database.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may be required.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, SE11 for data dictionary checks, or SU01 for user authorization checks.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that address this specific error message or provide guidance on similar issues.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.