How To Fix SCWN013 - Obsolete SPAM version; import the latest SPAM/SAINT update

SCWN013 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCWN - Messages Note installation and management

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Obsolete SPAM version; import the latest SPAM/SAINT update

What causes this issue?

The version of the Support Package Manager (transaction SPAM) that is
installed in your system is obsolete.

System Response

The transaction terminates.

How to fix this error?

Load the latest SPAM/SAINT update from the SAP Service Marketplace and
import it into your system.
For more information, see the Support Package Manager documentation.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCWN013 - Obsolete SPAM version; import the latest SPAM/SAINT update ?

  The SAP error message SCWN013 indicates that the version of the Support Package Manager (SPAM) you are using is outdated and needs to be updated to the latest version. This error typically occurs when you attempt to import support packages or add-ons using an obsolete version of SPAM/SAINT (SAP Add-On Installation Tool).
  
  Cause:
  
  Outdated SPAM Version: The version of SPAM you are using is no longer supported or has been superseded by a newer version.
  SAP Kernel Version: The kernel version may also be outdated, which can affect the compatibility with the SPAM version.
  SAP Notes: There may be specific SAP Notes that require a certain version of SPAM to be installed for compatibility.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Update SPAM/SAINT:
  
  Go to the SAP Support Portal and download the latest version of SPAM/SAINT.
  You can find the latest SPAM/SAINT updates in the Software Downloads section.
  Follow the instructions provided in the SAP documentation to install the new version.
  
  
  
  Check Kernel Version:
  
  Ensure that your