How To Fix CB618 - Value help may display obsolete values. Check selection carefully

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CB - PP-PI-PMA: Dialog Messages for Process Management

• Message number: 618

• Message text: Value help may display obsolete values. Check selection carefully

What causes this issue?

According to the definition of characteristic &V1&, the value help is
to be called up in a remote system (RFC destination &V2&) and, in case
of an error, in the local system.
The RFC call returns the following error message: "&V3&&V4&". For this
reason, the value help is called in the local system.

System Response

According to the characteristic definition, the value help is to be
called locally, this means in the current system, in this case. Since
the data in the current system may be different, you may select
obsolete values by way of the value help.

How to fix this error?

Select values only very carefully or call up the value help again later
when the remote system is available again.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CB618 - Value help may display obsolete values. Check selection carefully ?

  The SAP error message CB618 ("Value help may display obsolete values. Check selection carefully") typically occurs in the context of using value help (F4 help) in SAP applications. This message indicates that the values being displayed in the value help dialog may not be up-to-date or may not reflect the current state of the data in the system. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Data Changes: The underlying data for the value help may have changed since the last time the value help was loaded, leading to the display of outdated or obsolete values.
  Buffering Issues: SAP systems often use buffering to improve performance. If the buffer is not refreshed, it may show stale data.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, users may not have the necessary authorizations to see the most current values, leading to the display of obsolete options.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements that affect the value help, they may not be functioning correctly, leading to outdated values being displayed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Refresh the Buffer: Try refreshing the buffer by navigating away from the screen and returning, or by using the "Refresh" button if available.
  Check Data Consistency: Ensure that the data in the relevant tables is consistent and up-to-date. You may need to run reports or transactions to check for inconsistencies.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to view the most current values. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Debug Custom Code: If there are custom developments involved, debug the code to ensure that it is fetching the correct and up-to-date values.
  Consult with Basis Team: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis team to check for any system-wide issues or configurations that may be affecting value help.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions and workarounds for common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SE37 (Function Module).
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained to understand the implications of using value help and the importance of verifying the data they select.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.