How To Fix SCPRFC010 - Internal error: TAB inconsistent. Illegal code page.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCPRFC -

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Internal error: TAB inconsistent. Illegal code page.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCPRFC010 - Internal error: TAB inconsistent. Illegal code page. ?

  The SAP error message SCPRFC010 "Internal error: TAB inconsistent. Illegal code page." typically indicates an issue related to character encoding or code page settings in the SAP system. This error can occur during Remote Function Call (RFC) operations when there is a mismatch in the expected character encoding between the systems involved in the communication.
  Causes:
  
  Code Page Mismatch: The source and target systems may be using different code pages, leading to inconsistencies in character representation.
  Data Corruption: There may be corrupted data in the tables that are being accessed or processed.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system regarding character sets or code pages.
  Transport Issues: If the error occurs during a transport operation, it may be due to issues with the transport files or their encoding.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Code Page Settings:
  
  Verify the code page settings in both the source and target systems. Ensure that they are compatible and correctly configured.
  You can check the code page settings in transaction RZ10 or RZ11.
  
  
  
  Review Data:
  
  Check the data being processed for any inconsistencies or corruption. This may involve looking at the specific tables or records involved in the RFC call.
  Use transaction SE11 to inspect the relevant database tables.
  
  
  
  Adjust RFC Destination Settings:
  
  If the error occurs during an RFC call, check the RFC destination settings in transaction SM59. Ensure that the character set is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Update SAP Kernel:
  
  Ensure that you are using a supported and up-to-date version of the SAP kernel. Sometimes, bugs in older versions can lead to such errors.
  
  
  
  Check SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal. There may be specific patches or recommendations related to this error.
  
  
  
  Consult 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 relevant logs or traces.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RZ10: Profile parameters
  RZ11: Profile parameter display
  SM59: RFC destinations
  SE11: Data dictionary (tables)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check the SAP Support Portal for the latest notes related to your specific version of SAP and the error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding character sets and code pages for more detailed information on how to configure and troubleshoot these settings.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the SCPRFC010 error in your SAP environment.