How To Fix /SMB/UTILITY220 - TDC Reference in PME different from Object definition

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/UTILITY -

• Message number: 220

• Message text: TDC Reference in PME different from Object definition

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/UTILITY220 - TDC Reference in PME different from Object definition ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/UTILITY220 TDC Reference in PME different from Object definition typically occurs in the context of SAP's Project Management Environment (PME) when there is a mismatch between the Technical Data Container (TDC) reference and the object definition in the system. This can happen during the execution of certain processes or when trying to access specific project-related data.
  
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Configuration: The TDC reference in the PME may not match the object definition due to changes in configuration or updates that were not properly synchronized.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data stored in the database, possibly due to manual changes or errors during data migration.
  Versioning Issues: If there are multiple versions of the object or TDC, the system might be referencing an outdated or incorrect version.
  Transport Issues: If the TDC or object definitions were transported between systems (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues