How To Fix /PLMI/PRT_BO069 - Record type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/PRT_BO -

• Message number: 069

• Message text: Record type &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/PRT_BO069 - Record type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/PRT_BO069 Record type &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of the SAP Production Planning (PP) or Plant Maintenance (PM) modules, particularly when dealing with the Production Resource Tools (PRT) or similar functionalities. This error indicates that the system is trying to access a record type that has not been defined or does not exist in the database.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Record Type: The specified record type (indicated by &1 in the error message) has not been created or is not available in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system where the record types are not properly set up.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the record type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Record Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (e.g., SPRO) and verify if the record type exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or ensure that it is properly configured.
  
  
  
  Create Missing Record Type:
  
  If the record type is indeed missing, you may need to create it using the appropriate transaction codes or configuration paths.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the relevant tables to ensure that all necessary entries are present.
  You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the table structure and entries.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the record type. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the record type and its configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SPRO for configuration settings.
  SE11 for data dictionary checks.
  SE80 for object navigator to check related objects.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific fixes or patches available.
  
  
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.