How To Fix >5423 - &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >5 -

• Message number: 423

• Message text: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >5423 - &1 ?

  The SAP error message 5423 typically indicates an issue related to the system's inability to find a specific object or resource. The message format often includes a placeholder (like &1) that will be replaced with the specific object or resource that is causing the issue.
  Cause:
  The error can arise from various situations, including but not limited to:
  
  The specified object (like a program, function module, or table) does not exist in the system.
  The object is not activated or is in a state that prevents it from being accessed.
  There may be authorization issues preventing access to the object.
  The object might have been deleted or is in a different client.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Object Existence:
  
  Verify that the object mentioned in the error message actually exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to search for the object.
  
  
  
  Activation:
  
  If the object exists but is not activated, you may need to activate it. For example, if it’s a program or function module, you can activate it in the relevant transaction.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object. You can check this using transaction SU53 to see if there are any authorization failures.
  
  
  
  Client Check:
  
  Make sure you are in the correct client where the object is supposed to exist. If the object was created in a different client, you may need to transport it or switch to the correct client.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the object was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors that might have occurred during the transport process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the error persists, consult SAP documentation or support for more specific guidance related to the object in question.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.