How To Fix /BOBF/ATF033 - Specified source node &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/ATF -

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Specified source node &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/ATF033 - Specified source node &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/ATF033 Specified source node &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of the Business Object Processing Framework (BOPF) when there is an issue with the data model or the configuration of the BOPF object. This error indicates that the system is trying to access a source node that has not been defined or does not exist in the context of the operation being performed.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Node Name: The specified node name in the error message may be misspelled or incorrectly referenced in the code or configuration.
  Missing Node Definition: The node may not be defined in the BOPF model, which means it has not been created or activated.
  Changes in Data Model: If there have been recent changes to the BOPF data model (like adding or removing nodes), the application logic may not be updated accordingly.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the BOPF object, such as missing associations or incorrect settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Node Definition: Verify that the node specified in the error message is correctly defined in the BOPF model. You can do this by checking the BOPF configuration in the SAP GUI (transaction code BOPF).
  Correct Node Reference: Ensure that the code or configuration referencing the node uses the correct name and matches the defined node in the BOPF model.
  Update Application Logic: If there have been changes to the BOPF model, ensure that any application logic that interacts with the BOPF object is updated to reflect these changes.
  Activate BOPF Object: If the node was recently added, ensure that the BOPF object is activated after making changes.
  Check Associations: Review the associations between nodes to ensure that they are correctly defined and that the source node is properly linked to the target node.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOPF Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation on BOPF for detailed information on how to define and manage nodes.
  Debugging: Use debugging tools in SAP to trace the execution and identify where the error is occurring in the code.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.