How To Fix /SEHS/DG_DG659 - Error reading the dangerous goods indicator profile

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SEHS/DG_DG -

• Message number: 659

• Message text: Error reading the dangerous goods indicator profile

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SEHS/DG_DG659 - Error reading the dangerous goods indicator profile ?

  The SAP error message /SEHS/DG_DG659 indicates an issue with reading the dangerous goods indicator profile in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of handling dangerous goods in logistics and transportation processes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The dangerous goods indicator profile may not be properly configured in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies or missing entries in the relevant tables that store dangerous goods data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the dangerous goods data.
  System Errors: There could be a temporary system error or a problem with the database connection.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that the dangerous goods indicator profile is correctly set up in the system. This can be done by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (usually found in the Logistics or Dangerous Goods Management module).
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Check the relevant tables (e.g., /SEHS/DG_PROFILE) to ensure that the dangerous goods profiles are correctly defined and that there are no missing entries.
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to inspect the structure and contents of the tables.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access dangerous goods data. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Technical Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team for further investigation. They may need to check for system errors or perform a database consistency check.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to Dangerous Goods Management for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.