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KI-112

"Attempt to de-reference a null object" error on Task records

Created date12/19/2023Updated date04/10/2024
StatusDoneRelated work item(s)MPP-2102, MPP-2144
DescriptionUsers who try to view old and completed Task records may run into the "Attempt to de-reference a null object" error message. This is because Salesforce archives activities, including both tasks and events, that are over a year old. For more information, reference Salesforce's documentation on how to Work With Archived Activities.
Affects version(s)All versionsImpacted capabilitiesN/A
Steps to reproduceClick on a Task record that has been completed over a year ago. The task will not open while the "Attempt to de-reference a null object" error message will appear instead.
WorkaroundReference Salesforce's documentation on how to Work With Archived Activities.
Fix versionSpring '24Resolution notesN/A