How To Fix VMS_ESOA009 - Property &1 does not exist and cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VMS_ESOA - Messages for Vehicle Services

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Property &1 does not exist and cannot be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VMS_ESOA009 - Property &1 does not exist and cannot be deleted ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  VMS_ESOA009: Property &1 does not exist and cannot be deleted
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you attempt to delete a property in SAP Event Management (SAP EM) or SAP Event Object Management (EOM) that does not exist in the system. The placeholder &1 in the message is replaced by the name of the property you tried to delete.
  In other words, the system is trying to delete a property that is not defined or has already been deleted, so it cannot find it in the database or configuration tables.
  
  When does it typically occur?
  
  When deleting properties from event objects or event types in SAP Event Management.
  When cleaning up or modifying event object definitions or event type configurations.
  During transport or customization activities where properties are removed or changed.
  Possibly during execution of custom programs or user exits that try to delete non-existent properties.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify the Property Name:
  
  Check the exact property name you are trying to delete.
  Make sure the property exists in the system before attempting deletion.
  You can check this in the SAP GUI under the relevant customizing transaction or via tables.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Use transaction /SAPTRX/EOM_OBJ or /SAPTRX/EOM_EVENT (depending on your SAP EM version) to view event objects and their properties.
  Confirm that the property is listed.
  
  
  
  Correct the Deletion Request:
  
  If you are deleting via a program or script, ensure the property name is correct and exists.
  If the property was already deleted, no further action is needed.
  
  
  
  Database Consistency:
  
  If you suspect inconsistency, run consistency checks or database cleanup reports related to SAP EM.
  Sometimes, inconsistencies between customizing and database entries cause such errors.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If this error occurs during transport import, check the transport logs.
  Make sure the transport includes the correct customizing objects and that dependencies are met.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known bugs or patches related to this error.
  If the problem persists, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing details of the property and the context.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Event Management (EM): This module tracks and monitors business processes and events.
  Event Object Properties: Properties define attributes of event objects, such as status, timestamps, or custom fields.
  Transactions:
  
  /SAPTRX/EOM_OBJ – Event Object Maintenance
  /SAPTRX/EOM_EVENT – Event Type Maintenance
  
  
  Tables:
  
  VMSP – Properties for Event Objects
  VMSO – Event Objects
  
  
  Common SAP Notes:
  
  Search for notes related to VMS_ESOA009 or property deletion issues in SAP EM.
  
  
  Custom Code:
  
  If custom programs or user exits are involved, review the code to ensure it checks for property existence before deletion.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., transaction used, whether this is during transport, or custom code), I can help with more specific guidance.