How To Fix EDTALE017 - Existing version of segment &1 was deleted

EDTALE017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDTALE - EDT-ALE Messages

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Existing version of segment &1 was deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDTALE017 - Existing version of segment &1 was deleted ?

  The SAP error message EDTALE017 indicates that an existing version of a segment (identified by &1) has been deleted. This error typically occurs in the context of data processing or data management within SAP, particularly when dealing with segments in the context of IDocs, data transfer, or similar processes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Deleted Segment: The specific segment that the system is trying to access or process has been deleted from the database or the relevant data structure.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as references to segments that no longer exist.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the data processing might be incorrect, leading to attempts to access non-existent segments.
  Versioning Issues: If the system uses versioning for segments, it may be trying to access an outdated version that has been removed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Segment Existence: Verify if the segment in question still exists in the database or the relevant data structure. You can do