How To Fix WPS01113 - Leaf task list &1 &2 &3 / ext. ID &4 could not be found in the database

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WPS01 - Revision Planning - Task List Hierarchy

• Message number: 113

• Message text: Leaf task list &1 &2 &3 / ext. ID &4 could not be found in the database

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WPS01113 - Leaf task list &1 &2 &3 / ext. ID &4 could not be found in the database ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WPS01113 Leaf task list &1 &2 &3 / ext. ID &4 could not be found in the database
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This error occurs when the system tries to access a leaf task list (a task list without any sub-tasks) identified by the combination of the parameters &1, &2, &3 (which typically represent task list group, task list group counter, and task list usage) and external ID &4, but cannot find it in the database.
  Possible causes include:
  
  The specified leaf task list does not exist in the system.
  The task list might have been deleted or archived.
  Incorrect or inconsistent task list identifiers were entered or passed to the system.
  The external ID (&4) used to identify the task list is incorrect or missing.
  Data inconsistencies or database issues causing the task list not to be found.
  
  
  Parameters Explanation:
  
  &1: Task list group (e.g., plant or group identifier)
  &2: Task list group counter (version or sequence number)
  &3: Task list usage (e.g., PM, PP, etc.)
  &4: External ID (could be a reference or additional identifier)
  
  
  Solution / How to Fix:
  
  
  Verify Task List Existence:
  
  Use transaction IA05 (Display Task List) or IA06 to check if the task list with the given group, group counter, and usage exists.
  Check if the external ID &4 matches the task list you are trying to access.
  
  
  
  Check Task List Data:
  
  Ensure that the task list is not deleted or archived.
  If the task list was recently created, ensure it was saved and released properly.
  
  
  
  Correct Input Data:
  
  Verify that the input parameters (&1, &2, &3, &4) are correct and consistent.
  If the task list is being called programmatically (e.g., via a custom report or interface), check the code or data source for errors.
  
  
  
  Database Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks on task list tables (e.g., PLKO, PLPO) to ensure no data corruption.
  If inconsistencies are found, consider using SAP standard tools or OSS notes to fix them.
  
  
  
  Check for OSS Notes:
  
  Search SAP OSS Notes for message WPS01113 or related task list issues.
  Apply any relevant patches or corrections.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Restore Task List:
  
  If the task list is missing and cannot be found, recreate it or restore from backup if possible.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This message is related to Plant Maintenance (PM) or Production Planning (PP) modules where task lists are used to define operations or maintenance tasks.
  Leaf task lists are the lowest level task lists without sub-tasks; they must exist for the system to process operations correctly.
  External ID (&4) is sometimes used in integration scenarios or custom developments to uniquely identify task lists.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  Leaf task list &1 &2 &3 / ext. ID &4 not found in database
  
  
  Cause
  Task list does not exist, deleted, incorrect parameters, or data inconsistency
  
  
  Solution
  Verify task list existence, correct parameters, check database consistency, apply OSS notes
  
  
  Transactions
  IA05 (Display Task List), IA06 (Change Task List)
  
  
  Modules
  PM (Plant Maintenance), PP (Production Planning)
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact values of &1, &2, &3, &4 or the context in which this error occurs, I can help you further troubleshoot.