How To Fix /SMB/STRUCT_CHG_MGMT136 - Procedure type &1 is not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/STRUCT_CHG_MGMT -

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Procedure type &1 is not supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/STRUCT_CHG_MGMT136 - Procedure type &1 is not supported ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/STRUCT_CHG_MGMT136 Procedure type &1 is not supported typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Suite or SAP S/4HANA when there is an issue related to the structure change management (SCM) or when dealing with certain procedure types that are not recognized or supported by the system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Unsupported Procedure Type: The error indicates that the procedure type specified (represented by &1) is not supported in the current context. This could be due to:
  
  The procedure type being deprecated or not implemented in the version of SAP you are using.
  A mismatch between the procedure type and the expected types in the system configuration.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that are not aligned with the procedure type being used, leading to this error.
  
  
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might not be compatible with the procedure type being invoked.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Procedure Type: Verify the procedure type being used. Ensure that it is valid and supported in your version of SAP. You can refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team.
  
  
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings related to the structure change management and ensure that they are correctly set up to support the procedure type in question.
  
  
  Update or Patch: If the procedure type is indeed valid but not supported due to a bug or limitation in your current version, check for any available updates or patches from SAP that might resolve the issue.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error message. SAP Notes often provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  Custom Code Review: If there are custom developments involved, review the code to ensure that it is correctly handling the procedure types and that there are no logical errors leading to this message.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Always refer to the official SAP documentation for the specific module or functionality you are working with to understand the supported procedure types and configurations.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  Testing Environment: If possible, replicate the issue in a testing environment to better understand the conditions under which the error occurs without affecting production data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.