How To Fix /BOBF/COM_GEN_FRAME004 - Error when instantiating &1 in &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/COM_GEN_FRAME -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Error when instantiating &1 in &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/COM_GEN_FRAME004 - Error when instantiating &1 in &2 ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/COM_GEN_FRAME004 typically occurs in the context of the Business Object Processing Framework (BOPF) when there is an issue with instantiating a business object. The error message format indicates that there is a problem with the instantiation of a specific business object (&1) in a particular context (&2).
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: The business object may not be properly configured in the BOPF framework. This could include missing or incorrect definitions for the business object, its nodes, or its associations.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to instantiate the business object.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the data being passed to the instantiation process, such as missing required fields or invalid data types.
  Implementation Errors: Custom implementations or enhancements related to the business object may contain errors that prevent successful instantiation.
  Runtime Errors: There could be runtime exceptions occurring during the instantiation process, such as database access issues or logic errors in the BOPF methods.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the business object in the BOPF framework. Ensure that all necessary nodes, associations, and actions are correctly defined.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user has the appropriate authorizations to access and instantiate the business object. This can be done through transaction codes like SU53 or PFCG.
  Validate Input Data: Ensure that the data being passed to the instantiation method is complete and valid. Check for any required fields that may be missing.
  Debug Custom Code: If there are custom implementations related to the business object, debug the code to identify any potential issues. Use transaction SE80 or SE37 to analyze the relevant methods.
  Check Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or details that can provide more context about the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific business object for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOPF Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the BOPF framework and its components. SAP provides extensive documentation on how to configure and use BOPF.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide guidance on similar issues.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or other forums where similar issues may have been discussed. Other users may have encountered the same error and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve SAP support for further assistance.