How To Fix /BOBF/COM_GEN_FRAME157 - Start of local/positive existence check by user &1 at &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/COM_GEN_FRAME -

• Message number: 157

• Message text: Start of local/positive existence check by user &1 at &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/COM_GEN_FRAME157 - Start of local/positive existence check by user &1 at &2 ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/COM_GEN_FRAME157 indicates that a user has initiated a local or positive existence check in the Business Object Framework (BOBF) at a specific time. This message typically arises in the context of BOBF, which is used for managing business objects in SAP applications.
  Cause:
  The error message is generally triggered when:
  
  A user attempts to perform an operation that requires a check for the existence of a business object instance, but the system encounters an issue in executing that check.
  There may be a configuration issue, such as missing or incorrect settings in the BOBF configuration for the specific business object.
  The business object may not be properly defined or may not exist in the database.
  There could be authorization issues preventing the user from accessing the necessary data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Ensure that the business object is correctly configured in the BOBF. This includes checking the definitions, actions, and any associated validations.
  Verify that the existence check is properly defined in the BOBF configuration.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Confirm that the data you are trying to check actually exists in the database. You can do this by querying the relevant database tables directly.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the existence check. This may involve checking roles and permissions assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider using the debugging tools in SAP to trace the execution of the BOBF logic and identify where the failure occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation related to BOBF and the specific business object you are working with for any additional configuration or setup steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOBF Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the BOBF framework and its components, as understanding how business objects are structured and managed can help in troubleshooting.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like /BOBF/CONF to access the BOBF configuration and review the settings for the relevant business object.
  Logs and Traces: Check system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.