How To Fix U0013 - Feature "&" could not be read (preliminary check program variant)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: U0 - Correction checks, on demand checks

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Feature "&" could not be read (preliminary check program variant)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message U0013 - Feature "&" could not be read (preliminary check program variant) ?

  The SAP error message U0013, which states "Feature '&' could not be read (preliminary check program variant)," typically occurs when the system is unable to access or read a specific feature that is required for processing a payroll or personnel calculation. This error is often related to configuration issues in the SAP system, particularly in the area of personnel administration or payroll.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Feature Configuration: The feature that is referenced in the error message may not be defined in the system, or it may be incorrectly configured.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the feature or the related configuration.
  Transport Issues: If the feature was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that caused the feature to be incomplete or missing.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications in the system, they may interfere with the standard features.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Feature Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code PE03 (Feature Maintenance) and check if the feature mentioned in the error message exists and is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the feature is active and that all necessary parameters are set correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the feature. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 or by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the feature was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues. You may need to re-transport the feature or manually configure it if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific feature to ensure that it is set up according to SAP standards.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the program that is generating the error to identify the exact point of failure.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant configuration information.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: PE03 (Feature Maintenance), SU53 (Authorization Check), SE80 (Object Navigator for debugging).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address known issues related to the specific feature.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation on features and payroll configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the U0013 error in your SAP system.