How To Fix EC229 - Selected function key setting has been deleted with references

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EC - Development environment: Menu Painter

• Message number: 229

• Message text: Selected function key setting has been deleted with references

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EC229 - Selected function key setting has been deleted with references ?

  The SAP error message EC229, which states "Selected function key setting has been deleted with references," typically occurs when a function key setting that is being referenced in the system has been deleted or is no longer available. This can happen in various contexts, such as when customizing user interfaces or when specific function keys are configured for certain transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Function Key Settings: The function key settings that were previously configured have been deleted from the system.
  Reference Integrity Issues: There may be references to function keys in user profiles or transaction codes that no longer exist.
  Transport Issues: If function key settings were transported from one system to another, and the target system does not have the necessary configurations, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Function Key Settings: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area (e.g., transaction SE41 for SAP GUI function keys) and verify if the function key settings exist.
  If they have been deleted, you may need to recreate them.
  
  
  
  Review User Profiles:
  
  Check user profiles or roles that may be referencing the deleted function key settings. You can do this in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Update or remove any references to the deleted function key settings.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  Check the transport logs for any errors or warnings related to function key settings.
  
  
  
  System Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks in the system to identify any other potential issues related to function key settings or user configurations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to function key settings for any specific guidance or updates that may be relevant to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for EC229 in the SAP Support Portal.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) 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 EC229 error and implement a solution to resolve it.