How To Fix RMPS_GENERAL440 - Technical error; structure &1 does not exist and cannot be changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 440

• Message text: Technical error; structure &1 does not exist and cannot be changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RMPS_GENERAL440 - Technical error; structure &1 does not exist and cannot be changed ?

  The SAP error message RMPS_GENERAL440 indicates that there is a technical error related to a structure that does not exist or cannot be changed. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Project System (PS) or related modules where structures or data definitions are expected to be present but are not found.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Structure: The structure referenced in the error message does not exist in the system. This could be due to a missing configuration or a transport issue where the structure was not properly imported.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may be looking for a structure that has been incorrectly configured or has been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the structure.
  Transport Issues: If the system is in a transport landscape, the structure may not have been transported correctly from the development environment to the production environment.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Structure Existence: Verify if the structure exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the structure is defined.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration related to the structure is correct. This may involve checking the customizing settings in the relevant modules.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the structure. This can be checked with the security team or by reviewing user roles.
  Transport Management: If the issue is related to transport, check the transport logs to ensure that the structure was included in the transport request and that it was successfully imported into the target system.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify the exact point of failure.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), ST22 (Dump Analysis), SM21 (System Log).
  SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP Support with the error details for further assistance.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific module you are working with, as it may provide insights into the expected structures and configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the RMPS_GENERAL440 error in your SAP system.