How To Fix 5B522 - Related objects must exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5B -

• Message number: 522

• Message text: Related objects must exist

What causes this issue?

Relationships are only created for objects which already exist.
Related objects are positions, organizational units, jobs and cost
centers which can be created in the organization allocation of the
person.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5B522 - Related objects must exist ?

  The SAP error message 5B522: "Related objects must exist" typically occurs in the context of SAP when there is an attempt to perform an operation on an object that has dependencies on other objects that do not exist or are not properly defined in the system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the creation or modification of master data, configuration settings, or transactional data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Dependencies: The object you are trying to create or modify has dependencies on other objects that have not been created or are inactive.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the related objects are not properly linked or defined in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from recognizing the related objects.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the related objects.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Dependencies: Verify that all related objects required for the operation are created and active. This may involve checking master data, configuration settings, or other related entities.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings are correct and that all necessary links between objects are established.
  Data Validation: Perform data validation to ensure that there are no inconsistencies or missing entries in the database that could lead to this error.
  Authorization Check: Confirm that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the related objects.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the objects you are working with.
  Debugging: If you have access to technical resources, consider debugging the process to identify where the error is occurring and what specific objects are missing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to check the status of related objects (e.g., SE11 for data dictionary, SE80 for object navigator).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.