How To Fix LA006 - &1 &2 contains deprecated elements. See documentation for replacement.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LA - ABAP Language Version: Object Restriction Check

• Message number: 006

• Message text: &1 &2 contains deprecated elements. See documentation for replacement.

What causes this issue?

In <LB>ABAP for Key Users</>, use of other objects is restricted to
objects which were
released as API for <ZK>Use in Key User Apps</> or
created by key user apps and marked for use by other key user apps.
In released CDS views, use can additionally be restricted for single
view elements.

For further details, see
<DS:ABEN.ABAP_VERSIONS>ABAP Language Versions</>.

System Response

If the edited object uses a released CDS view which contains deprecated
view elements, this results in a syntax warning.

How to fix this error?

Replace the use of deprecated view elements by their successors as
described in the documentation of the released CDS view.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LA006 - &1 &2 contains deprecated elements. See documentation for replacement. ?

  The SAP error message LA006 indicates that a certain element in your configuration or data contains deprecated elements. This typically occurs when you are using an older version of a configuration or data structure that has been replaced or updated in newer versions of SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Deprecated Elements: The error arises when the system detects that certain elements (like fields, tables, or structures) in your configuration or data are no longer supported or recommended for use. This can happen after an upgrade or when new functionality is introduced.
  Version Mismatch: If you are using a version of SAP that has deprecated certain elements, but your configuration still references them, you will encounter this error.
  Custom Code: If you have custom code or enhancements that reference deprecated elements, this can also trigger the error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Documentation: Check the SAP documentation for the specific version you are using. The error message suggests looking at the documentation for information on what to replace the deprecated elements with.
  Identify Deprecated Elements: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to identify the deprecated elements in your configuration or custom code.
  Update Configuration: Replace the deprecated elements with their recommended alternatives. This may involve changing field names, data types, or even the structure of your data.
  Modify Custom Code: If you have custom ABAP code that references deprecated elements, you will need to update this code to use the new elements.
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, thoroughly test your configuration and custom code to ensure that everything works as expected without any further errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to the specific error message or the deprecated elements for additional guidance and solutions.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered the same issue and what solutions they have implemented.
  Upgrade Guides: If this error occurred after an upgrade, refer to the upgrade guides provided by SAP for your specific version to understand what changes were made and how to adapt your configurations accordingly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the LA006 error and ensure that your SAP system is using supported elements.