How To Fix 3W704 - The & TemSe object for run number & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3W - HR: Message Class South Africa

• Message number: 704

• Message text: The & TemSe object for run number & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3W704 - The & TemSe object for run number & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message 3W704 indicates that a specific TemSe (Temporary Sequential Object) object for a given run number does not exist. This error typically occurs in the context of background processing or when dealing with spool requests, particularly when the system is trying to access a temporary object that has either been deleted or was never created.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent TemSe Object: The specified TemSe object for the given run number has not been created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Run Number: The run number provided in the request may be incorrect or does not correspond to any existing TemSe object.
  System Cleanup: Regular system cleanup processes may have removed the TemSe object if it was not retained for a sufficient period.
  Database Issues: There may be underlying database issues that prevent the retrieval of the TemSe object.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Run Number: Check the run number you are using to ensure it is correct. You can do this by reviewing the logs or the relevant transaction that generated the run number.
  Check TemSe Administration: Use transaction SP01 (Spool Request Administration) to check if the spool request or TemSe object exists. If it does not, you may need to regenerate the request.
  Re-run the Job: If the TemSe object is missing, consider re-running the job or process that was supposed to create it. This may involve re-executing the report or transaction that generated the spool request.
  Check System Logs: Review system logs for any related errors or warnings that might provide additional context about why the TemSe object is missing.
  Database Consistency Check: If you suspect database issues, you may need to perform a consistency check or consult with your database administrator.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  TemSe Objects: These are temporary storage objects used by SAP for various purposes, including spool requests, background jobs, and other temporary data.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SP01 (for spool requests) and SM37 (for job monitoring) to help diagnose and resolve issues related to background processing.
  System Cleanup Settings: Review your system's cleanup settings for TemSe objects to ensure that they are configured appropriately for your business needs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message 3W704 effectively.