How To Fix RPM_UTILITIES008 - Invalid RELATE_TYPE in table RPM_RELATE


RPM_UTILITIES008 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: RPM_UTILITIES - Messages for Tools and Utilities

  • Message number: 008

  • Message text: Invalid RELATE_TYPE in table RPM_RELATE

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  • What causes this issue?

    The relationship type in table RPM_RELATE is an invalid one. See domain
    RPM_RV_RELTYPE for a list of allowed values.

    The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

    Source table of this check:
    Table: RPM_RELATE
    GUID: &V1&
    RELATE_TYPE: &V2&
    Target table of this check:
    Table: RPM_RELATE
    GUID: &V1&
    RELATE_TYPE: &V2&
    <ZH>Error: This is not a valid RELATE_TYPE. </>

    System Response

    How to fix this error?

    Possible solutions for this problem:
    Try to determine what the correct relationship type should be. Run the
    program in repair mode and modify the record in table RPM_RELATE with
    the correct relationship type.

    Procedure for System Administrators


    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RPM_UTILITIES008 - Invalid RELATE_TYPE in table RPM_RELATE ?
    The SAP error message RPM_UTILITIES008, which indicates "Invalid RELATE_TYPE in table RPM_RELATE," typically arises in the context of SAP's Resource and Portfolio Management (RPM) module. This error suggests that there is an issue with the relationship type defined in the RPM_RELATE table, which is used to manage relationships between various entities in the system.
    
    Cause: Invalid Relationship Type: The RELATE_TYPE value being referenced does not exist in the RPM_RELATE table. This could be due to a typo, a missing entry, or an incorrect configuration. Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as orphaned records or incorrect foreign key references. Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might be incorrectly referencing relationship types.
    Solution: Check the RPM_RELATE Table: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to view the contents of the RPM_RELATE table. Verify that the RELATE_TYPE you are trying to use exists in

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