How To Fix SRM_DOCVIEW_WD403 - Error while reading the version information

SRM_DOCVIEW_WD403 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRM_DOCVIEW_WD -

• Message number: 403

• Message text: Error while reading the version information

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRM_DOCVIEW_WD403 - Error while reading the version information ?

  The SAP error message SRM_DOCVIEW_WD403, which indicates an error while reading the version information, typically occurs in the context of SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) when there is an issue with the document versioning or the underlying data model.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database or in the document versioning data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the document or its version information.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SRM system can lead to this error.
  System Bugs: There may be bugs in the version of the SAP SRM system being used, which could lead to this error.
  Network Issues: Temporary network issues or connectivity problems can also cause this error when the system tries to fetch version information.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Consistency: Use transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to check for any logs related to the error. You may need to run consistency checks or