How To Fix 5AT140 - Invalid attribute records have been deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5AT - General Attribute Maintenance

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Invalid attribute records have been deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5AT140 - Invalid attribute records have been deleted ?

  The SAP error message 5AT140 indicates that there are invalid attribute records in the system that have been deleted. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Master Data Management, particularly when dealing with characteristics and attributes in the context of classification or variant configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Data Integrity Issues: The error often occurs when there are inconsistencies or corruption in the attribute records associated with a material or classification object.
  Incorrect Configuration: If the configuration of characteristics or attributes is not set up correctly, it can lead to invalid records.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been changes in the data model, it may result in invalid records.
  Manual Deletion: If records were manually deleted or modified without proper checks, it could lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Inconsistencies: Use transaction codes like CT04 (to check characteristics) or CL02 (to check classes) to verify the integrity of the characteristics and classes associated with the material.
  Recreate Missing Attributes: If certain attributes are missing or have been deleted, you may need to recreate them in the system.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks using transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE14 (Database Utility) to identify and correct any inconsistencies in the database.
  Review Change Logs: Check the change logs to see if any recent changes might have led to the deletion of valid attribute records.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error or provide patches or updates.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CL01 (Create Class), CL02 (Change Class), CT04 (Create Characteristic), and CT05 (Change Characteristic).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to classification and characteristics to ensure that you are following best practices.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that no new issues have been introduced.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message 5AT140 and restore the integrity of your attribute records in SAP.