How To Fix /SRMSMC/CONTACT047 - Error while reading IDM customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/CONTACT -

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Error while reading IDM customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/CONTACT047 - Error while reading IDM customizing ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/CONTACT047 indicates that there is an issue while reading the Identity Management (IDM) customizing settings in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) when there are problems with the configuration or data related to the IDM.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Customizing Entries: The required customizing entries for IDM may not be present in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the IDM customizing settings.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the IDM customizing data.
  System Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to connect with IDM, leading to read errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Customizing Entries:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO and navigate to the relevant IDM customizing settings.
  Ensure that all necessary entries are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access IDM customizing.
  Use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the IDM customizing data to identify and rectify any inconsistencies.
  You may need to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to perform deeper checks.
  
  
  
  Review System Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the system is correctly configured to communicate with IDM.
  Check the RFC connections and ensure that they are functioning properly.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message.
  Implement any recommended corrections or patches.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for IDM and SRM for detailed configuration guidelines.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the /SRMSMC/CONTACT047 error effectively.