How To Fix EDESK_CORE142 - Path of CAD original does not match current path

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDESK_CORE - Engineering Desktop: Central Functions

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Path of CAD original does not match current path

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDESK_CORE142 - Path of CAD original does not match current path ?

  The SAP error message EDESK_CORE142 indicates that there is a mismatch between the path of the original CAD file and the current path where the system is trying to access it. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Engineering Control Center (ECTR) or when dealing with CAD data management in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Path Change: The original CAD file may have been moved or renamed, resulting in a different file path than what is stored in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings in SAP for the CAD integration may not be correctly set up, leading to path discrepancies.
  File System Issues: There may be issues with the file system or network drives where the CAD files are stored, causing the system to be unable to locate the original file.
  Version Control: If the CAD file has been updated or a new version has been created, the system may still be referencing the