How To Fix /PM0/ABT_INSOBJ013 - Extension &1, &2 contains an invalid upper-level reference and is ignored

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABT_INSOBJ -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Extension &1, &2 contains an invalid upper-level reference and is ignored

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABT_INSOBJ013 - Extension &1, &2 contains an invalid upper-level reference and is ignored ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABT_INSOBJ013 indicates that there is an issue with an extension object in the system, specifically that it contains an invalid upper-level reference. This typically occurs in the context of Asset Management or Plant Maintenance modules where extensions or additional attributes are being defined for objects.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Invalid Reference: The extension object is trying to reference a parent or upper-level object that does not exist or is not valid in the current context.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the way the extension is set up, leading to references that cannot be resolved.
  Data Integrity Issues: The data in the system may have been altered or corrupted, leading to references that are no longer valid.
  Transport Issues: If the extension was transported from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Extension Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the extension object in the SAP system. Ensure that all references to upper-level objects are valid and correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Validate Parent Objects:
  
  Ensure that the parent or upper-level objects that the extension is referencing exist and are active in the system.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run data consistency checks to identify any inconsistencies in the data that may be causing the issue. This can often be done using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to inspect the relevant tables.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the extension was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate issues with the transport.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the relevant code to see where the error is being triggered and gather more context about the invalid reference.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific extension and error message for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any steps you have already taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11, SE16, and SE80 for checking object definitions and data.
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to this error message or similar issues.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message /PM0/ABT_INSOBJ013.