How To Fix REBDMS045 - Obsolete measurement type &1 (&2) was added and changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REBDMS - Messages for Measurements

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Obsolete measurement type &1 (&2) was added and changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REBDMS045 - Obsolete measurement type &1 (&2) was added and changed ?

  The SAP error message REBDMS045 indicates that an obsolete measurement type has been added or changed in the system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Real Estate Management (RE) module, where measurement types are used to define how certain measurements (like area or volume) are calculated and stored.
  Cause:
  
  Obsolete Measurement Type: The measurement type referenced in the error message is no longer valid or has been marked as obsolete in the system.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration settings or updates to the system may have led to the introduction of an obsolete measurement type.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or from an older version of SAP, it may have included obsolete measurement types.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Measurement Type: Check the measurement type indicated in the error message (represented by &1 and &2) to understand its context and usage.
  Review Configuration: Go to the configuration settings in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO) and review the measurement types defined in the Real Estate Management module. Ensure that only valid and active measurement types are being used.
  Update or Remove Obsolete Types: If the measurement type is indeed obsolete, you may need to:
  
  Remove it from any relevant configurations or master data.
  Replace it with a valid measurement type that meets your business requirements.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on your data to ensure that there are no references to obsolete measurement types in your master data or transactional data.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific measurement type for additional guidance on how to handle the situation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like RECN (for contract management) or REIS (for investment management) that may be relevant to the measurement types.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the REBDMS045 error and ensure that your measurement types are correctly configured in the SAP system.