How To Fix REBDRO061 - Usage type &1 is obsolete

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REBDRO - Messages for Rental Objects

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Usage type &1 is obsolete

What causes this issue?

Usage type &v1& (&v2&) is defined as obsolete in Customizing.

System Response

It is not permitted to use this usage type.

How to fix this error?

Use another usage type.

Procedure for System Administrators

INCLUDE RECA_CUSTOMIZED_MESSAGE_INFO OBJECT DOKU ID TX

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REBDRO061 - Usage type &1 is obsolete ?

  The SAP error message REBDRO061 indicates that a specific usage type (identified by &1) is considered obsolete in the system. This typically occurs in the context of Real Estate Management (RE) or similar modules where usage types are defined for properties or spaces.
  Cause:
  
  Obsolescence of Usage Type: The usage type you are trying to use has been marked as obsolete in the system. This could be due to changes in business processes, updates in the SAP system, or a decision to phase out certain usage types.
  Configuration Changes: The usage type may have been deactivated or removed from the configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Data Migration: If data has been migrated from an older system or version, some usage types may not have been carried over or may have been marked as obsolete.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the Real Estate Management module and check the status of the usage type in question. You can do this through transaction codes like RECN or REBD.
  If the usage type is indeed marked as obsolete, you may need to either reactivate it (if appropriate) or select a different, active usage type.
  
  
  
  Update Master Data:
  
  If you are working with master data (e.g., properties, contracts), ensure that you are using a valid and active usage type. You may need to update the relevant records to reflect a current usage type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or release notes for any changes related to usage types in the version you are using. This can provide insights into why the usage type was marked as obsolete.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of reactivating an obsolete usage type or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RECN (for contract management) and REBD (for business data) to navigate the configuration and master data settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the specific usage type or the error message REBDRO061. SAP Notes often provide fixes, workarounds, or additional information regarding known issues.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users are trained on the current usage types and their implications in the system to prevent future occurrences of this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the REBDRO061 error and ensure that your usage types are correctly configured and utilized in your SAP system.