How To Fix RMPS_GENERAL428 - Terminology profile &1 does not exist in table &3 for attribute &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMPS_GENERAL - Gen. Messages Classes Records Management for Public Sector

• Message number: 428

• Message text: Terminology profile &1 does not exist in table &3 for attribute &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RMPS_GENERAL428 - Terminology profile &1 does not exist in table &3 for attribute &2 ?

  The SAP error message RMPS_GENERAL428 indicates that a specific terminology profile does not exist in the specified table for a given attribute. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or similar modules where terminology profiles are used to manage and standardize terms and definitions across various processes.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Terminology Profile: The terminology profile specified in the error message is not defined in the relevant table. This could be due to:
  
  The profile was never created.
  The profile was deleted or not properly configured.
  There is a typo or incorrect reference in the configuration or data entry.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Attribute Reference: The attribute referenced in the error may not be correctly linked to the terminology profile, leading to the system being unable to find the appropriate entry.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to terminology profiles or attributes in the SAP system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Terminology Profiles:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SPRO for configuration) and navigate to the section where terminology profiles are defined.
  Verify if the terminology profile specified in the error message exists. If it does not, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Update the Profile:
  
  If the profile is missing, create a new terminology profile with the required attributes.
  If the profile exists but is not correctly configured, update it to ensure it includes the necessary attributes.
  
  
  
  Verify Attribute Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the attribute mentioned in the error message to ensure it is correctly linked to the terminology profile.
  Make sure that the attribute is valid and correctly defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on terminology profiles and attributes in your version of SAP.
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues: If the system is part of a landscape with multiple environments (e.g., Development, Quality, Production), ensure that all relevant transports have been moved correctly and that the terminology profile exists in the target environment.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for checking and managing terminology profiles.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to RMPS_GENERAL428 for any known issues or patches that may address this error.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users' experiences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.