How To Fix ITOB_BAPI012 - Reference configuration used, PPEGUID update not possible

ITOB_BAPI012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ITOB_BAPI - Messages of Development Class ITOB for BAPIs

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Reference configuration used, PPEGUID update not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ITOB_BAPI012 - Reference configuration used, PPEGUID update not possible ?

  The SAP error message ITOB_BAPI012 indicates that there is an issue with updating the PPEGUID (Product Planning Execution GUID) in the context of a reference configuration. This typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation that involves a reference configuration in SAP, such as creating or modifying a product configuration.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Reference 
  Configuration Issues: The reference configuration you are trying to use may not be set up correctly or may not allow for the PPEGUID to be updated.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the configuration or the product that prevent the update.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the update on the reference configuration.
  System Configuration: There may be system settings or configurations that restrict updates to the PPEGUID.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Reference Configuration: Verify that the