How To Fix RPM_UTILITIES022 - Obsolete entry in table &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RPM_UTILITIES - Messages for Tools and Utilities

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Obsolete entry in table &

What causes this issue?

Each object in table &v1& requires a matching record in table &v4&. If
such a record does not exist in &v4&, then it is very likely that the
record in &v1& is obsolete.

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&
OBJECT_TYPE: QTO (relation)
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System Response

How to fix this error?

Possible solution for this problem:
If the record in table &v1& refers to an obsolete object then the
record in &v1& could be deleted. In repair mode the program offers the
deletion of the record.
Possibly the record in &v4& was deleted in error. In this case the
error should be correct by creating the &v4& record again.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RPM_UTILITIES022 - Obsolete entry in table & ?

  The SAP error message RPM_UTILITIES022, which states "Obsolete entry in table &," typically indicates that there is an entry in a specific table that is no longer valid or has been marked as obsolete. This can occur in various contexts within SAP, particularly in the areas of project management, resource planning, or other modules that utilize the RPM (Resource and Project Management) functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  Data Integrity Issues: The entry may have been marked as obsolete due to changes in the underlying data model or business processes.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in configuration settings or updates to the system may have rendered certain entries obsolete.
  Data Migration: If data was migrated from an older system or version, some entries may not have been properly updated or validated.
  Manual Deletion: An entry may have been manually deleted or marked as obsolete by a user or during a cleanup process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Table: Identify the specific table mentioned in the error message. Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to view the structure and contents of the table.
  Review Obsolete Entries: Look for entries that are marked as obsolete and determine if they can be safely deleted or if they need to be updated.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks or validation reports to identify any other potential issues in related tables.
  Update or Delete: Depending on your findings, you may need to update the entries to make them valid again or delete them if they are no longer needed.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP notes or documentation related to the specific module or functionality to understand if there are any known issues or recommended actions.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you are unsure about the implications of deleting or modifying entries, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), and others that may help in analyzing the data.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to RPM_UTILITIES022 in the SAP Support Portal for any specific fixes or recommendations.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SLG1) for additional context or related error messages that may provide more insight into the issue.
  Testing: If changes are made, ensure to test in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes to production.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the RPM_UTILITIES022 error effectively.