How To Fix 5AT137 - &1: attribute &2 is not referenced in subtype &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5AT - General Attribute Maintenance

• Message number: 137

• Message text: &1: attribute &2 is not referenced in subtype &3

What causes this issue?

Scenario &SYST-MSGV3&, Object &SYST-MSGV1&: attribute &SYST-MSGV2& is
maintained at this object. This is ignored by later evaluations, as the
attribute is no longer referenced by the subtype entered.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5AT137 - &1: attribute &2 is not referenced in subtype &3 ?

  The SAP error message 5AT137 indicates that there is an issue with the attribute not being referenced in the specified subtype. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Business Object (BO) or Object-Oriented programming, where attributes defined in a supertype are not being utilized or referenced in a specific subtype.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Reference: The attribute defined in the supertype is not being referenced in the subtype. This can happen if the subtype was created without including all the necessary attributes from the supertype.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the subtype is not properly set up to inherit or utilize the attributes from the supertype.
  Modeling Error: There could be a modeling error in the object hierarchy where the relationship between the supertype and subtype is not correctly defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Subtype Definition: Review the definition of the subtype to ensure that it includes the necessary references to the attributes defined in the supertype. You may need to explicitly include the attribute in the subtype.
  Modify the Object Model: If the attribute is indeed required in the subtype, modify the object model to ensure that the subtype correctly references the attribute from the supertype.
  Rebuild or Adjust the Hierarchy: If there are structural issues in the object hierarchy, consider rebuilding or adjusting the hierarchy to ensure proper inheritance and reference of attributes.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or guidelines related to object modeling and inheritance to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context or solutions.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SE37 (Function Module) to investigate the object definitions and relationships.
  Debugging: If necessary, use debugging tools to trace the execution and identify where the reference is failing.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with a technical expert who specializes in SAP object-oriented programming and modeling.