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Message type: E = Error
Message class: OL - Workflow object types: Run-time system
Message number: 688
Message text: Object type '&' is obsolete
Obsolete object types cannot be used as supertypes for other object
types.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
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The SAP error message OL688 indicates that the object type you are trying to use is obsolete. This typically occurs when you are working with older object types or components that have been deprecated in newer versions of SAP.
Cause: Obsolete Object Types: The object type you are trying to use has been marked as obsolete in the SAP system. This can happen due to updates or changes in the SAP software where certain functionalities or object types are no longer supported. Version Compatibility: If you are using an older version of a custom program or configuration that references an obsolete object type, it may trigger this error. Custom Development: Custom developments that rely on obsolete object types can also lead to this error if they have not been updated to align with the current SAP standards.
Solution: Identify the Object Type: Determine which object type is causing the error. The message will typically include the
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