How To Fix DO589 - & & & (& version) was deleted (check references)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DO - Dictionary: Mass activation of domains and data elements

• Message number: 589

• Message text: & & & (& version) was deleted (check references)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DO589 - & & & (& version) was deleted (check references) ?

  The SAP error message "DO589 & & & (& version) was deleted (check references)" typically indicates that a document object (DO) has been deleted in the system, and there are references to this object that are still present. This can occur in various contexts, such as when dealing with document management, workflow, or other modules that rely on document objects.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Document Object: The primary cause of this error is that the document object referenced in the system has been deleted. This could happen due to manual deletion, data archiving, or other processes that remove document objects.
  References Still Exist: Even after the deletion, there may be other objects or processes that still reference the deleted document, leading to inconsistencies in the system.
  Data Integrity Issues: The system may have integrity issues due to the deletion, which can cause errors when trying to access or process related data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check References: The first step is to check where the references to the deleted document object are being used. This can involve:
  
  Reviewing transaction logs or reports to identify where the references exist.
  Using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to look up tables that may contain references to the deleted document.
  
  
  
  Restore or Recreate Document: If the document object is critical, consider restoring it from a backup if available, or recreating it if possible.
  
  
  Update References: If the document cannot be restored, you may need to update or remove the references in the system to eliminate the error. This may involve:
  
  Updating related records to point to a valid document.
  Deleting or archiving records that are no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with to see if there are any known issues or additional steps that need to be taken.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you are unable to resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide specific guidance based on your system configuration and the context of the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that can help you investigate the issue, such as:
  
  SE11 (Data Dictionary)
  SE16 (Data Browser)
  SM37 (Job Monitoring)
  SLG1 (Application Log)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or the specific module you are working with. SAP Notes often contain fixes, workarounds, or additional information about known issues.
  
  
  System Logs: Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.