How To Fix REBDRO899 - Caution - you are processing an old rental unit

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REBDRO - Messages for Rental Objects

• Message number: 899

• Message text: Caution - you are processing an old rental unit

What causes this issue?

You are trying to process a rental unit that was created in an earlier
Release.

System Response

It is not possible to process the rental unit.

How to fix this error?

First convert the data before processing the rental unit.

Procedure for System Administrators

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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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REBDRO899 - Caution - you are processing an old rental unit ?

  The SAP error message REBDRO899, which states "Caution - you are processing an old rental unit," typically occurs in the context of managing rental units within the SAP Real Estate Management (RE) module. This message indicates that the rental unit you are trying to process is considered "old" based on certain criteria set within the system, such as the rental unit's status, its validity period, or other related parameters.
  Cause:
  
  Old Rental Unit Status: The rental unit may have been marked as inactive or obsolete in the system.
  Validity Period: The rental unit may be outside of its defined validity period, meaning it is no longer available for new transactions.
  Data Maintenance: There may be missing or outdated data related to the rental unit that needs to be updated.
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration may have specific rules that classify certain rental units as "old" based on business logic.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Rental Unit Status: Verify the status of the rental unit in the system. If it is marked as inactive, you may need to reactivate it or create a new rental unit.
  Update Validity Period: Ensure that the validity period for the rental unit is correctly set. If it has expired, you may need to extend it or create a new rental unit.
  Data Review: Review the data associated with the rental unit for completeness and accuracy. Update any missing or outdated information.
  Consult Configuration: If you have access to system configuration, check the settings related to rental units to understand the criteria for being classified as "old." Adjust these settings if necessary, in consultation with your SAP administrator or functional consultant.
  Documentation and Support: Refer to SAP documentation for the Real Estate Management module for more detailed guidance. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP RE, such as those for managing rental units (e.g., RECN for contract management).
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to rental units, as restrictions may prevent you from processing certain units.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the REBDRO899 error and continue processing rental units effectively.