How To Fix TN396 - Use EPS package &1 with OCS file format '&2'

TN396 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TN - Support Package Manager (SPAM) Messages

• Message number: 396

• Message text: Use EPS package &1 with OCS file format '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TN396 - Use EPS package &1 with OCS file format '&2' ?

  The SAP error message TN396 indicates that there is an issue with the EPS (External Program Specification) package and the OCS (Online Correction Support) file format. This error typically arises when there is a mismatch between the expected EPS package and the OCS file format being used.
  
  Cause:
  
  Mismatched EPS Package and OCS File Format: The error occurs when the system expects a specific EPS package to be used with a certain OCS file format, but the provided package or format does not match.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the system that is causing it to look for the wrong EPS package or OCS file format.
  Corrupted or Incomplete Files: The EPS package or OCS file may be corrupted or incomplete, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check EPS Package and OCS File Format:
  
  Verify that you are using the correct EPS package and that it is compatible with the OCS file format you