How To Fix PSSC_TOOLS_UI016 - Could not determine External Id of first version for object ID &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSSC_TOOLS_UI - Messages for UI functions

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Could not determine External Id of first version for object ID &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSSC_TOOLS_UI016 - Could not determine External Id of first version for object ID &1 ?

  The SAP error message PSSC_TOOLS_UI016 indicates that the system could not determine the external ID of the first version for a specific object ID. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or SAP Product Structure Management (PSM) when dealing with object versions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Object Version: The object ID you are trying to access may not have any versions created yet, or the first version is missing.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database or the object repository that prevent the system from retrieving the external ID.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the object or its versions.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that affect how object versions are managed or displayed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Versions: Verify if the object ID has any versions created. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the appropriate report to list versions for the object.
  Recreate Missing Versions: If the first version is missing, you may need to recreate it or ensure that the object is properly versioned.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the database or object repository to identify and resolve any inconsistencies.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object and its versions. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific recommendations or patches that may address the issue.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PVS1 (for version management) or PVS2 (for version comparison) to help troubleshoot the issue.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific fixes or workarounds available.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message PSSC_TOOLS_UI016 effectively.