How To Fix /BOBF/COM_GEN_MODEL544 - Local macro: Generation description &1 could not be read

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/COM_GEN_MODEL -

• Message number: 544

• Message text: Local macro: Generation description &1 could not be read

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/COM_GEN_MODEL544 - Local macro: Generation description &1 could not be read ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/COM_GEN_MODEL544 indicates that there is an issue with reading the generation description for a local macro in the Business Object Framework (BOBF). This error typically arises during the generation of business object models or when trying to access certain functionalities related to BOBF.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incomplete Configuration: The local macro might not be properly defined or configured in the BOBF model.
  Transport Issues: If the BOBF model was transported from one system to another, there might be inconsistencies or missing components.
  Authorization Issues: The user might not have the necessary authorizations to access the macro or the related objects.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system issues or bugs that are causing the macro to be unreadable.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify that the local macro is correctly defined in the BOBF model. Ensure that all necessary components are present and correctly configured.
  Transport Consistency: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors. Ensure that all dependent objects were transported correctly.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the BOBF model and the local macro.
  Re-generate the Model: Sometimes, re-generating the BOBF model can resolve issues. You can do this by navigating to the BOBF transaction (e.g., /BOBF/CONF) and regenerating the relevant model.
  Check for System Notes: Look for any SAP Notes related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that address known issues and provide solutions or workarounds.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can try to debug the BOBF generation process to identify where the error is occurring.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP BOBF Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the BOBF framework and its components through SAP's official documentation.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message /BOBF/COM_GEN_MODEL544.