How To Fix RPM_UTILITIES011 - Obsolete entry in table &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RPM_UTILITIES - Messages for Tools and Utilities

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Obsolete entry in table &

What causes this issue?

For each entry in table &v1& there has to be a matching entry in table
&v4&. No matching record exists in table &v4&.

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: &V1&
GUID: &V2&
RELATE_TYPE: &v3&
Target table of this check:
Table: &V4&
GUID: &V2&
<ZH>Error: A record with this GUID does not exist. </>

System Response

How to fix this error?

Possible solution for this error:
This error can be corrected by executing the report in repair mode. The
repair will delete the obsolete record in table &v1& with GUID &v2& and
relationship type &v3&.

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_UTILITIES011 - Obsolete entry in table & ?

  The SAP error message RPM_UTILITIES011, which indicates "Obsolete entry in table &," typically arises in the context of SAP's Resource and Portfolio Management (RPM) module. This error suggests that there is an entry in a specific table that is no longer valid or has been marked as obsolete.
  Cause:
  
  Data Integrity Issues: The entry in the table may have been marked as obsolete due to data integrity issues, such as inconsistencies or corruption in the database.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in configuration or updates to the system may have rendered certain entries obsolete.
  Data Migration: If data was migrated from another system or version, some entries may not have been properly updated or validated.
  Custom Development: Custom developments or enhancements may have introduced entries that are not compatible with the current system state.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Table: The error message will specify which table contains the obsolete entry. You need to identify this table to proceed with troubleshooting.
  Check for Obsolete Entries: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to check the contents of the specified table. Look for entries that are marked as obsolete.
  Data Cleanup: If you find obsolete entries, you may need to delete or archive them, depending on your organization's data management policies. Ensure that you have backups before making any deletions.
  Consistency Check: Run consistency checks or validation reports to ensure that the data in the table is consistent with the rest of the system.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP notes or documentation related to the RPM module for any known issues or patches that may address this error.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you are unsure about how to proceed, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11, SE16, and others that can help you analyze and manage database tables.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Testing Environment: If possible, replicate the issue in a testing environment to safely troubleshoot without affecting production data.
  
  Always ensure that you have the necessary authorizations and backups before making changes to the database or system configurations.