How To Fix IPPECIF512 - Selected iPPE object &1 does not exist in ERP system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IPPECIF - Messages for APO CIP Interfaces in iPPE

• Message number: 512

• Message text: Selected iPPE object &1 does not exist in ERP system

What causes this issue?

You have selected an iPPE object to create a new change pointer.
However, the object currently no longer exists in the ERP system.

System Response

No new change pointer was created for the iPPE object.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IPPECIF512 - Selected iPPE object &1 does not exist in ERP system ?

  The SAP error message IPPECIF512 indicates that the selected iPPE (Integrated Product and Process Engineering) object does not exist in the ERP system. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to access or manipulate an iPPE object that has not been defined or is not available in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Object Not Created: The iPPE object you are trying to access has not been created in the ERP system.
  Incorrect Object Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the object identifier you are using.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, the iPPE objects may not have been transferred correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the iPPE object.
  System Configuration: The iPPE configuration may not be set up correctly, leading to the object not being recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Object Existence: Check if the iPPE object exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the appropriate report to list iPPE objects.
  Check Naming: Ensure that the name of the iPPE object is correct and matches what is defined in the system.
  Create the Object: If the object does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., transaction code C223 for creating iPPE objects).
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the iPPE object. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Data Migration Review: If the issue arose after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that all necessary iPPE objects were included.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on iPPE object management and troubleshooting.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as C223 (Create iPPE Object), C223N (Change iPPE Object), and C223D (Display iPPE Object).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to iPPE objects and this specific error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.