How To Fix SCMP_EXCP004 - View name not specified

SCMP_EXCP004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCMP_EXCP - Comparison Tool Exception Handling

• Message number: 004

• Message text: View name not specified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCMP_EXCP004 - View name not specified ?

  The SAP error message SCMP_EXCP004, which states "View name not specified," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Supply Chain Management (SCM) or similar modules when a required view name is not provided in a transaction or function call. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to access or manipulate data in a specific view without specifying which view to use.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input: The most common cause is that the user did not specify a view name in the relevant transaction or function module.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the views in the system, leading to the system not recognizing the view.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements, they may not be handling the view name correctly.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain views, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Specify the View Name: Ensure that you are