How To Fix 0S158 - Object & is not defined in ABAP Dictionary

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 0S - Messages for the SQL trace

• Message number: 158

• Message text: Object & is not defined in ABAP Dictionary

What causes this issue?

The system cannot display the fields of the specified object as it is
not defined in the ABAP Dictionary.
The object will most likely not be defined in the ABAP Dictionary in
the future.
It is also possible that the object may have been deleted from the ABAP
Dictionary after the performance trace.

System Response

Processing continues after the error message.

How to fix this error?

If the object is only defined in the database, you can display a
description of the object using database tools.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 0S158 - Object & is not defined in ABAP Dictionary ?

  The SAP error message 0S158 indicates that an object (such as a table, view, or data element) is not defined in the ABAP Dictionary. This error typically occurs when the system is trying to access an object that does not exist or has not been properly defined in the ABAP Dictionary.
  Causes:
  
  Object Not Created: The object you are trying to access has not been created in the ABAP Dictionary.
  Incorrect Naming: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the code or configuration that references the object.
  Transport Issues: If the object was created in a different system (e.g., development) and not transported correctly to the current system (e.g., quality or production), it may not exist in the current environment.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the object, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  Object Deletion: The object may have been deleted or deactivated in the ABAP Dictionary.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Object Existence: Verify that the object exists in the ABAP Dictionary. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator).
  Correct Naming: Ensure that the name of the object is spelled correctly in your code or configuration.
  Transport Check: If the object was created in another system, check the transport logs to ensure that it was transported successfully to the current system.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object. You can check this with transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Recreate Object: If the object does not exist and is required, you may need to recreate it in the ABAP Dictionary.
  Check for Deletion: If the object was deleted, you may need to restore it from a backup or recreate it.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE37: Function Module
  SE24: Class Builder
  
  
  Debugging: If you are unsure where the error is occurring, you can use the ABAP debugger to trace the execution and identify where the object is being referenced.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message, as there may be specific patches or updates that address the problem.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.