How To Fix /PM0/INSOBJ_GEN_MESS017 - Quantity reference field and table automatically created in structure &1

/PM0/INSOBJ_GEN_MESS017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/INSOBJ_GEN_MESS -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Quantity reference field and table automatically created in structure &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/INSOBJ_GEN_MESS017 - Quantity reference field and table automatically created in structure &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/INSOBJ_GEN_MESS017 typically indicates an issue related to the quantity reference field and table that has been automatically created in a specific structure. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) or similar modules where object structures and their attributes are defined.
  
  Cause:
  The error message usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the quantity reference fields in the structure being used.
  
  Configuration Issues: The structure may not be properly configured to handle the quantity reference fields, leading to automatic creation of fields and tables.
  Missing Customization: If the necessary customization for handling quantity references is not done, it can lead to this error.
  System Upgrade or Changes: Changes in the system, such as upgrades or modifications, may lead to discrepancies in how structures are defined or referenced.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the