How To Fix PPE_INST403 - Higher-level geom.instance &1/&2 for geom. instance &3/&4 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPE_INST - Messages for Geometric Instances

• Message number: 403

• Message text: Higher-level geom.instance &1/&2 for geom. instance &3/&4 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPE_INST403 - Higher-level geom.instance &1/&2 for geom. instance &3/&4 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message PPE_INST403 indicates that there is a problem with the geometric instance in the context of SAP's Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS) or similar modules that utilize geometric data. Specifically, the error states that a higher-level geometric instance does not exist for the specified geometric instance.
  
  Cause:
  This error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Higher-Level Instance: The higher-level geometric instance that is expected to exist for the specified lower-level instance is missing or has not been created.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as incorrect references or relationships between geometric instances.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the geometric instances may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to find the required higher-level instance.
  Master Data Issues: The master data related to the geometric instances may not be properly maintained, leading to missing links.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PPE_INST403 error, you can take