How To Fix /PM0/3FL_NEWS_CLASS008 - Program &1 contains an error in prefix that is not maintained in TRESN

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/3FL_NEWS_CLASS -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Program &1 contains an error in prefix that is not maintained in TRESN

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/3FL_NEWS_CLASS008 - Program &1 contains an error in prefix that is not maintained in TRESN ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/3FL_NEWS_CLASS008 indicates that there is an issue with a program (denoted as &1 in the error message) that contains a prefix that is not maintained in the TRESN table. This typically relates to the configuration of the system, particularly in the context of the SAP PM (Plant Maintenance) module or related areas.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Prefix in TRESN Table: The error suggests that the program is trying to use a prefix that is not defined in the TRESN table. The TRESN table is used to maintain prefixes for various objects in SAP, and if a prefix is missing, it can lead to this error.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the system where the program is expecting a certain prefix that has not been set up correctly.
  Transport Issues: If the program was transported from another system, it’s possible that the necessary configuration (including the prefix) was not transported along with it.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check TRESN Table: 
  
  Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) and enter the table name TRESN.
  Check if the prefix used in the program is listed in the TRESN table. If it is not, you will need to add it.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Prefix:
  
  If the prefix is missing, you can add it by using transaction SE11 or SE16N. Make sure to follow your organization’s change management procedures when making changes to configuration tables.
  Ensure that the prefix is correctly defined according to the naming conventions and requirements of your organization.
  
  
  
  Review Program Code:
  
  If you have access to the program code, review it to understand which prefix is being used and why it is not found in TRESN.
  If necessary, modify the program to use a valid prefix that exists in TRESN.
  
  
  
  Transport Configuration:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects and configurations were included in the transport request.
  If needed, re-transport the missing configurations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review any relevant SAP documentation or notes related to the specific program or module to see if there are any known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to this error message. There may be specific notes that provide additional context or solutions.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered the same issue and what solutions they have found.
  Testing: After making changes, ensure to test the program thoroughly to confirm that the error has been resolved and that the program functions as expected.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.