How To Fix /PM0/ABP_MESSAGES603 - External documents exist

/PM0/ABP_MESSAGES603 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABP_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 603

• Message text: External documents exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABP_MESSAGES603 - External documents exist ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABP_MESSAGES603 indicating "External documents exist" typically arises in the context of managing documents or attachments related to a particular object in SAP, such as a maintenance order, project, or other business processes. This error suggests that there are external documents linked to the object you are trying to delete or modify, which prevents the action from being completed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Linked External Documents: The primary cause of this error is that there are external documents (like files, images, or other attachments) associated with the object you are trying to modify or delete.
  Document Management System (DMS): If your organization uses a Document Management System, the external documents may be stored outside of SAP, and the system is preventing changes to ensure data integrity.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary permissions to view or delete the external documents.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for External Documents:
  
  Navigate to the object (e.g., maintenance order, project)