How To Fix EDATEX088 - Redefinded definition for data exchange def. deleted; synchronize tasks

EDATEX088 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDATEX - Messages for Data Exchange Processes

• Message number: 088

• Message text: Redefinded definition for data exchange def. deleted; synchronize tasks

What causes this issue?

You have deleted the redefined definition of a data exchange definition.
However, data exchange tasks have already been generated for this
redefined definition.

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?

Synchronize the data exchange tasks for this point of delivery:
Call transaction EEDM10
Choose the <LS>Data Exchange</> tab page
Choose <LS>Synchronize Data Exchange Tasks</>

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDATEX088 - Redefinded definition for data exchange def. deleted; synchronize tasks ?

  The SAP error message EDATEX088 indicates that there is a redefined definition for a data exchange definition that has been deleted, and it suggests that you need to synchronize tasks. This error typically occurs in the context of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) or data exchange processes within SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Redefinition of Data Exchange Definition: The error usually arises when a data exchange definition (like an EDI mapping or configuration) has been modified or deleted, but there are still references to the old definition in the system.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration or setup of the data exchange definitions, leading to conflicts.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), and the transport did not include all necessary objects, this error can occur.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Synchronize Tasks: The error message suggests synchronizing tasks. This can typically be done by:
  
  Going to the relevant transaction (like WE20 for