How To Fix STC_TM081 - Documentation object &1/&2 remains, delete via SE61 if necessary

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STC_TM - Task List Manager Messages

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Documentation object &1/&2 remains, delete via SE61 if necessary

What causes this issue?

Task list documentation is a separate transport object. It is only
linked to task lists. If you delete a task list, the linked
documentation object is not deleted automatically. It will remain in the
system.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Delete the documentation object &V1&/&V2& manually using transaction
<EX>SE61</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STC_TM081 - Documentation object &1/&2 remains, delete via SE61 if necessary ?

  The SAP error message STC_TM081 indicates that there is a documentation object associated with a transport request or task that has not been deleted. This message typically arises during the transport process when the system detects that documentation objects are still present, which can lead to inconsistencies or issues in the transport.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A documentation object (like a help file or documentation related to a specific object) is still linked to a transport request or task.
  The documentation object was not properly deleted or removed from the transport request before the transport was executed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the STC_TM081 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Documentation Object:
  
  The error message will provide you with the identifiers for the documentation object (represented as &1 and &2). Note these down for reference.
  
  
  
  Access Transaction SE61:
  
  Go to transaction SE61 in your SAP system. This transaction is used for managing documentation objects.
  
  
  
  Delete the Documentation Object:
  
  In SE61, enter the object type and name (using the identifiers you noted from the error message).
  Check if the documentation object exists. If it does, you can delete it if it is no longer needed.
  Make sure to confirm the deletion.
  
  
  
  Recheck the Transport Request:
  
  After deleting the documentation object, go back to the transport request or task that was causing the error and check if the issue persists.
  
  
  
  Re-transport if Necessary:
  
  If the documentation object was the only issue, you can attempt to re-transport the request.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation Objects: These are typically used to provide help or additional information about specific objects in SAP. They can be linked to various development objects.
  Transport Management System (TMS): This is the framework in SAP that manages the transport of objects between different systems (like Development, Quality Assurance, and Production).
  SE61 Documentation Management: This transaction allows you to create, modify, and delete documentation objects in SAP.
  
  Additional Tips:
  
  Always ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete documentation objects.
  If you are unsure about deleting a documentation object, consult with your SAP Basis or development team to avoid losing important information.
  Regularly check for any orphaned documentation objects in your transport requests to prevent similar issues in the future.