How To Fix RMPS_GENERAL457 - Data element &1 does not exist in active version

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 457

• Message text: Data element &1 does not exist in active version

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RMPS_GENERAL457 - Data element &1 does not exist in active version ?

  The SAP error message RMPS_GENERAL457 indicates that a specific data element (denoted by &1) does not exist in the active version of the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Project System (PS) or related modules where data elements are expected to be available for processing.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Data Element: The data element specified in the error message is not defined in the active version of the system. This could be due to:
  
  The data element was never created.
  The data element was deleted or deactivated.
  The active version of the data element is not properly configured or has not been transported to the system.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the data element was recently transported from a development environment to a production environment, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the system may not be aligned with the expected data elements, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Element Existence:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the data element exists in the system.
  Verify that the data element is active and correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the data element was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues.
  Ensure that all necessary transports have been successfully imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Activate Data Element:
  
  If the data element is missing, you may need to recreate it or activate it if it exists but is not active.
  Consult with your ABAP team or SAP Basis team to assist with this process.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to the module you are working with to ensure that they are set up correctly and that all necessary data elements are included.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module or functionality you are working with to see if there are any known issues or additional steps required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE37 (Function Module) to investigate further.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to escalate the matter to your SAP support team or consult with SAP directly for further assistance.