How To Fix PPE_INST061 - Metadata &1 / &2 / &3 is based on missing change state

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPE_INST - Messages for Geometric Instances

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Metadata &1 / &2 / &3 is based on missing change state

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPE_INST061 - Metadata &1 / &2 / &3 is based on missing change state ?

  The SAP error message PPE_INST061 indicates that there is a problem with the metadata related to a specific object in the SAP system, specifically that it is based on a missing change state. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when dealing with product data or planning data.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following issues:
  
  Missing Change State: The metadata for the specified object (e.g., a material, recipe, or planning object) is referencing a change state that does not exist or has been deleted.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data model, such as missing entries in the database that are required for the metadata to function correctly.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the transport might not have included all necessary objects or states.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PPE_INST061 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Change States: Verify that the change state referenced in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant tables or using transaction codes related to the specific application (e.g., PLM or APO).
  
  
  Recreate Missing Change States: If the change state is indeed missing, you may need to recreate it. This can involve creating a new change state or restoring it from a backup if available.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant data objects to identify any other inconsistencies. This can often be done using standard SAP tools or reports.
  
  
  Transport Management: If the issue arose after a transport, review the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included. You may need to re-transport missing objects or states.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further 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 C223 (for change state management) or C201 (for creating change states).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to PPE_INST061 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or fixes.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SLG1) for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the PPE_INST061 error in your SAP system.