How To Fix /PLMU/PPE_INST_UI011 - Object dependency shall be maintained on the group instance for a group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMU/PPE_INST_UI -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Object dependency shall be maintained on the group instance for a group

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMU/PPE_INST_UI011 - Object dependency shall be maintained on the group instance for a group ?

  The SAP error message /PLMU/PPE_INST_UI011 indicates that there is an issue with the object dependency for a group instance in the context of variant configuration. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or modify a configuration profile, and the system requires that object dependencies be defined for the group instance you are working with.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  Missing Object Dependency: The group instance you are trying to work with does not have any associated object dependencies defined. Object dependencies are necessary for the system to understand how the components of the configuration relate to each other.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with how the configuration profile or the variant configuration is set up, leading to the absence of required dependencies.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the configuration profile or the object dependencies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Define Object Dependencies:
  
  Go to the transaction code CU01 (Create Object Dependency) or CU02 (Change Object Dependency) in SAP.
  Create or modify the object dependencies for the group instance that is causing the error. Ensure that the dependencies accurately reflect the relationships between the components of the configuration.
  
  
  
  Check Group Instance Settings:
  
  Use transaction CU03 (Display Object Dependency) to check the existing object dependencies for the group instance.
  Ensure that the group instance is correctly set up and that all necessary dependencies are defined.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Profile:
  
  Check the configuration profile associated with the group instance to ensure that it is correctly configured and that all required settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to variant configuration and object dependencies to ensure you are following best practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CU01, CU02, CU03: For creating, changing, and displaying object dependencies.
  CU50: For creating and managing configuration profiles.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /PLMU/PPE_INST_UI011 and ensure that your variant configuration is set up correctly.