How To Fix IS094 - Reference to address of superior object was deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IS - Equipment management

• Message number: 094

• Message text: Reference to address of superior object was deleted

What causes this issue?

Up to now, the technical object (equipment, functional location)
referenced the address of its superior object (installation location).
You have now canceled the reference to the address of the installation
location, but have not assigned a new address. The object therefore no
longer has an address.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IS094 - Reference to address of superior object was deleted ?

  The SAP error message IS094, which states "Reference to address of superior object was deleted," typically occurs in the context of SAP's master data management, particularly when dealing with business partner addresses or organizational structures. This error indicates that there is a reference to an address that has been deleted or is no longer valid.
  Cause:
  
  Deleted Address: The most common cause is that the address associated with a superior object (like a business partner, customer, or vendor) has been deleted.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database where the address reference is still being used by other objects, but the actual address has been removed.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the system or during data migration can lead to references pointing to non-existent addresses.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Address Records: Verify if the address associated with the superior object still exists. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., BP for Business Partner) and checking the address details.
  Recreate the Address: If the address has been deleted and is required, you may need to recreate it and link it back to the superior object.
  Update References: If the address is no longer needed, ensure that all references to it in the system are updated or removed to prevent this error from occurring.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks or reports to identify any orphaned references or inconsistencies in the data.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner), XK01 (Create Vendor), or XD01 (Create Customer) to manage addresses.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to this error message. You can search for IS094 in the SAP Support Portal.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it involves complex data structures or configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IS094 error and ensure that your address references are correctly maintained in the SAP system.