How To Fix RLMFW081 - Lower-level release &1 not found

RLMFW081 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RLMFW - Release Management

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Lower-level release &1 not found

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RLMFW081 - Details

• The SAP error message RLMFW081 indicates that a lower-level release of a component or software is not found. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Release Management or when dealing with software components that have dependencies on specific versions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Lower-Level Release: The specific version of a component that is required as a prerequisite for the installation or upgrade is not available in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system might be incorrectly configured, pointing to a non-existent or incorrect version of a component.
  Transport Issues: If the system is part of a landscape where transports are used, the required lower-level release may not have been transported correctly.
  Version Compatibility: The version of the software you are trying to install or upgrade may not be compatible with the existing components in your system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Installed Versions: Verify the installed versions of the components in your SAP system. You can do this using transaction codes like