How To Fix PPEFOC018 - Access used up to now is no longer valid and will be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPEFOC - Messages for Focus

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Access used up to now is no longer valid and will be deleted

What causes this issue?

You are editing a focus master record whose focus access (internal
reference) to an iPPE product model with material, plant and usage is
no longer valid. This causes a conflict when the dependent information
is to be read.

System Response

The system deletes this focus access in the current focus master record
because this situation is not intended to arise.

How to fix this error?

When the old infomation has been reset, you can create a new focus
access for the iPPE product model with a material, plant and usage.
Contact your system administrator, because this combination could only
be caused by an administrator accessing the database layer.

Procedure for System Administrators

Ensure that when the filter table is changed manually in the database,
the dependent data in the focus table is also adjusted.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPEFOC018 - Access used up to now is no longer valid and will be deleted ?

  The SAP error message PPEFOC018 indicates that the access you have been using in the system is no longer valid and will be deleted. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS) or similar modules where access to certain data or resources is managed.
  Cause:
  
  Session Timeout: The session may have timed out due to inactivity, leading to the loss of access to the data.
  Data Changes: The underlying data or configuration may have changed, making the previous access invalid.
  Authorization Issues: Changes in user roles or permissions may have restricted access to certain data.
  System Configuration: Changes in system settings or configurations that affect how data is accessed or processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Refresh the Session: Log out and log back into the SAP system to refresh your session. This can often resolve temporary access issues.
  Check Data Validity: Ensure that the data you are trying to access is still valid and has not been modified or deleted.
  Review Authorizations: Check your user roles and authorizations to ensure you have the necessary permissions to access the required data.
  Consult with IT Support: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or IT support team to investigate any recent changes in the system that may have affected access.
  Monitor System Logs: Check system logs for any related errors or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., PP/DS) for any known issues or configuration settings that could impact access.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to SAP support for further assistance.