How To Fix BO004 - Object &1 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BO - General object number

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Object &1 not found

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What causes this issue?

A function of the general object number management was called up with
object number &V1&. However, the system cannot find an object with this
number.

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?

This is probably a program error or a data inconsistency. Contact your
SAP hotline.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BO004 - Object &1 not found ?

  The SAP error message BO004, which states "Object &1 not found," typically occurs when the system is unable to locate a specified object, such as a report, query, or other business object, in the SAP BusinessObjects environment. This error can arise in various contexts, including when trying to access a report, a data source, or a universe.
  Causes of BO004 Error
  
  Object Does Not Exist: The specified object (e.g., report, universe) may have been deleted or never existed in the specified location.
  Incorrect Object ID: The object ID or name provided may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Access Rights: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view the object.
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the underlying database or repository where the object is stored.
  Corrupted Object: The object may be corrupted or not properly configured.
  Environment Issues: The error may occur due to issues in the BusinessObjects environment, such as server downtime or misconfiguration.
  
  Solutions to BO004 Error
  
  
  Verify Object Existence:
  
  Check if the object exists in the repository. Use the Central Management Console (CMC) to search for the object by name or ID.
  
  
  
  Check Object ID/Name:
  
  Ensure that the object ID or name you are using is correct. Double-check for any typos or incorrect references.
  
  
  
  Review Permissions:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary permissions to access the object. Check the security settings in the CMC to ensure the user or group has the appropriate rights.
  
  
  
  Database Connection:
  
  Ensure that the database connection is active and functioning properly. Check for any connectivity issues that may prevent access to the object.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Restore Object:
  
  If the object has been deleted, consider restoring it from a backup if available. If it is corrupted, you may need to recreate it.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the application and server logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP BusinessObjects Documentation: Refer to the official SAP BusinessObjects documentation for detailed information on managing objects and troubleshooting errors.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and to share solutions.
  System Administration: Ensure that system administrators regularly monitor the environment for any potential issues that could lead to errors like BO004.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the BO004 error in your SAP BusinessObjects environment.