How To Fix EC216 - All unused menus have been deleted

EC216 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EC - Development environment: Menu Painter

• Message number: 216

• Message text: All unused menus have been deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EC216 - All unused menus have been deleted ?

  The SAP error message EC216, which states "All unused menus have been deleted," typically occurs when the system has automatically removed menu entries that are not being used. This is part of SAP's housekeeping processes to maintain system performance and usability by cleaning up unused or obsolete menu items.
  
  Cause:
  
  Unused Menu Entries: The system identifies that certain menu entries are not being accessed or used by users over a period of time.
  System Maintenance: This is often part of a routine maintenance task that aims to streamline the user interface and improve performance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: If a user does not have the necessary authorizations to access certain transactions, those menu items may be considered unused.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and authorizations assigned. If the user is supposed to have access to certain transactions, verify that their roles include those transactions.
  Recreate Menu Entries: If specific menu