How To Fix EA597 - Do not use old process technology

EA597 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EA - IDoc Basis Messages

• Message number: 597

• Message text: Do not use old process technology

What causes this issue?

The process technology from SAP Release 2.1./2.2. is still supported in
the current release, but will not be in future releases.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Please check whether you can use a SAP Business Workflow task instead
of the process, and maintain the process code as necessary.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EA597 - Do not use old process technology ?

  The SAP error message EA597, which states "Do not use old process technology," typically arises in the context of using outdated or deprecated process technologies in SAP systems, particularly in relation to production planning and control (PP) or other modules that involve process management.
  
  Cause:
  
  Outdated Process Technology: The error indicates that the system is trying to use a process technology that is no longer supported or recommended. This could be due to the use of legacy data or configurations that have not been updated to align with current best practices or system capabilities.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the system may still reference old process technologies that have been replaced or deprecated in newer versions of SAP.
  Master Data Issues: The master data (like material master, routing, etc.) may still be linked to old process technologies that are no longer valid.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Update Process Technology: Review the process technologies being used in your system.