How To Fix 5W836 - Specified objects are skipped

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5W - Messages for PD (Particularly Workflow)

• Message number: 836

• Message text: Specified objects are skipped

What causes this issue?

The objects determined using this relationship are skipped (not
displayed). However, they are included in the evaluation (subsequent
relationships).

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 5W836 - Specified objects are skipped ?

  The SAP error message 5W836, which states "Specified objects are skipped," typically occurs during the execution of a transaction or process that involves object selection, such as data migration, transport requests, or batch processing. This error indicates that certain objects specified in the operation could not be processed or were intentionally skipped due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Object Not Found: The specified object may not exist in the system or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the specified objects.
  Incorrect Object Type: The objects specified may not be of the correct type or format expected by the transaction.
  Dependencies: The objects may have dependencies that are not met, causing them to be skipped.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that prevent certain objects from being processed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Object Existence: Verify that the specified objects exist in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes relevant to the object type (e.g., SE11 for database tables, SE80 for development objects).
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the specified objects. You may need to consult with your security team to check roles and permissions.
  Validate Object Types: Confirm that the objects being processed are of the correct type and format. If necessary, adjust the selection criteria to include only valid objects.
  Resolve Dependencies: If the objects have dependencies, ensure that all prerequisite objects are available and correctly configured before re-running the process.
  Check Configuration Settings: Review any relevant configuration settings that may affect the processing of the specified objects. Adjust settings as needed to allow for the processing of these objects.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context of the error, you may need to use specific transaction codes to investigate further (e.g., SE11, SE80, ST22 for dumps, SM21 for system logs).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Logs and Traces: Review system logs and traces for more detailed error messages or warnings that may provide insight into why the objects were skipped.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further analysis and support.