How To Fix /BOBF/COM_GEN_FRAME202 - Request type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/COM_GEN_FRAME -

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Request type &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/COM_GEN_FRAME202 - Request type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/COM_GEN_FRAME202 Request type &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of the Business Object Processing Framework (BOPF) in SAP. This error indicates that the system is trying to process a request type that has not been defined or does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Request Type: The request type specified in the error message (&1) is not defined in the BOPF configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the BOPF settings or the business object definition.
  Transport Issues: If the business object or its request types were transported from one system to another, the transport might not have included all necessary components.
  Development Issues: If the request type was recently created or modified, it may not have been activated or properly saved.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Request Type Definition:
  
  Go to the BOPF configuration transaction (e.g., BOPF or SE80).
  Verify that the request type specified in the error message exists in the system.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or correct the reference in your code.
  
  
  
  Activate Business Object:
  
  If you have recently made changes to the business object or request types, ensure that you have activated the business object and all its components.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects were included and successfully imported.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the relevant BOPF methods to trace where the error is being triggered and gather more context.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to BOPF and the specific business object you are working with for any additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOPF Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the BOPF framework and its components through SAP Help Portal or relevant SAP notes.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to BOPF include BOPF, SE80, and SE11 for data dictionary objects.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to BOPF errors or specific request types for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.