How To Fix 5B505 - Object type &1 (entry &2) is not in table &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5B -

• Message number: 505

• Message text: Object type &1 (entry &2) is not in table &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5B505 - Object type &1 (entry &2) is not in table &3 ?

  The SAP error message 5B505 indicates that there is an issue with a specific object type that is not found in the specified table. This error typically arises in the context of data consistency checks or when trying to access or manipulate data that is expected to exist in the system but does not.
  Cause:
  The error message "5B505 Object type &1 (entry &2) is not in table &3" can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Data: The object you are trying to access (indicated by &1 and &2) does not exist in the specified table (indicated by &3). This could be due to data not being created, deleted, or not properly migrated.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the system is looking for an object that should not exist or is incorrectly defined.
  Transport Issues: If the object was supposed to be transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), it may not have been included in the transport request.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the object, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Object Existence: Verify if the object (entry &2 of type &1) actually exists in the specified table (&3). You can do this by using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to look up the table and check for the entry.
  Data Consistency Check: If the object is supposed to exist, perform a data consistency check to identify any discrepancies. This may involve running specific reports or transactions that check for data integrity.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the object type. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined and that there are no missing entries.
  Transport Logs: If the issue is related to a transport, review the transport logs to ensure that the object was included in the transport request and successfully imported into the target system.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object. You can check this using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  Consult Documentation: If the error persists, consult SAP documentation or support for further insights into the specific object type and table involved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement an appropriate solution.