How To Fix SMMSS_DBACCESS021 - Invalid exclusion status

SMMSS_DBACCESS021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMMSS_DBACCESS - Messages for dev. class SMSS_DBACCESS

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Invalid exclusion status

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMMSS_DBACCESS021 - Invalid exclusion status ?

  The SAP error message SMMSS_DBACCESS021: Invalid exclusion status typically occurs in the context of database access or data management within SAP systems, particularly when dealing with the SAP Master Data Management (MDM) or similar modules. This error indicates that there is an issue with the exclusion status of a record or data entry that is being processed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Data Entry: The exclusion status of a record may not be set correctly, or it may contain invalid values that the system does not recognize.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the system settings related to data access or exclusion criteria.
  Data Integrity Issues: The data being processed may have integrity issues, such as missing or corrupted records that lead to an invalid exclusion status.
  Version Compatibility: If there are discrepancies between different versions of the software or database, it may lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Entries: Review the records that are being processed to