How To Fix SRM_ECM_MSG078 - RM attributes could not be retrieved for the node type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRM_ECM_MSG - Message Class for ECM

• Message number: 078

• Message text: RM attributes could not be retrieved for the node type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRM_ECM_MSG078 - RM attributes could not be retrieved for the node type &1 ?

  The SAP error message SRM_ECM_MSG078 indicates that the system is unable to retrieve the RM (Relationship Management) attributes for a specified node type. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) or similar modules where node types are used to manage relationships and data.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The node type specified may not be properly configured in the system. This could be due to missing or incorrect settings in the customizing or configuration tables.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the underlying database tables that store the RM attributes.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the RM attributes for the specified node type.
  
  
  System Bugs: There could be bugs or issues in the version of SAP you are using that affect the retrieval of RM attributes.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently