How To Fix /PLMI/BO_PPE_INST027 - Geometric instance &1 with change status &2 deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/BO_PPE_INST -

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Geometric instance &1 with change status &2 deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/BO_PPE_INST027 - Geometric instance &1 with change status &2 deleted ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/BO_PPE_INST027 indicates that a geometric instance has been deleted, and it provides information about the specific instance and its change status. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or similar applications that deal with geometric data, such as CAD models or other engineering data.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Geometric Instance: The primary cause of this error is that the geometric instance (e.g., a CAD model or part) has been deleted from the system. This could happen due to user action, data migration, or system cleanup processes.
  Change Status: The change status of the instance may indicate that it was in a certain state (e.g., "in work," "released," etc.) before it was deleted. The error message includes this status to provide context about the instance's lifecycle.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with data integrity, such as references to deleted objects in other parts of the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Instance Existence: Verify whether the geometric instance still exists in the system. You can do this by searching for the instance using its identifier.
  Review Change Management: If the instance was deleted as part of a change management process, review the change documents to understand why it was deleted and whether it can be restored.
  Restore Deleted Instance: If the instance was deleted unintentionally, check if there is a way to restore it from a backup or a previous version.
  Update References: If other objects or processes are referencing the deleted instance, update those references to point to valid instances or remove them if they are no longer needed.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message. SAP frequently publishes notes that address known issues and provide solutions or workarounds.
  Change Management Process: Familiarize yourself with the change management processes in your organization to understand how geometric instances are managed and what might lead to their deletion.
  Data Migration: If this error occurred during a data migration process, review the migration logs and procedures to ensure that all necessary data was correctly transferred.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and address the issue related to the error message /PLMI/BO_PPE_INST027.