How To Fix HL642 - Where-used list contains fewer objects than number of entries found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HL - IWB: Help Links

• Message number: 642

• Message text: Where-used list contains fewer objects than number of entries found

What causes this issue?

In the where-used list for structure &V1& fewer structure includes were
found than entries in the BF assignments in context &V2& &V3& &V4&.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Not all the main structures are included when the document contents are
exported.
Where-used list of Info-object '&V1&' contains smaller amount of
references as amount of found BF-combination for context &V2& &V3& &V4&

System Response

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE UPDATE_HAUPTSTRUKTUREN OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HL642 - Where-used list contains fewer objects than number of entries found ?

  The SAP error message HL642, which states "Where-used list contains fewer objects than number of entries found," typically occurs when there is a discrepancy between the number of objects that are expected to be found in the where-used list and the actual number of objects that are retrieved. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when working with materials, BOMs (Bill of Materials), or other master data.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database, such as missing or corrupted entries.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view all the objects in the where-used list.
  Buffer Issues: Sometimes, the SAP buffer may not be updated correctly, leading to discrepancies in the data displayed.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements, they may not be handling the where-used list correctly.
  Transport Issues: If objects were transported between systems (e.g., from development to production), there may be issues