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How To Fix /BOBF/COM_GENERATOR131 - Unable to copy (all) documentation for report &1


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: /BOBF/COM_GENERATOR -

  • Message number: 131

  • Message text: Unable to copy (all) documentation for report &1

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/COM_GENERATOR131 - Unable to copy (all) documentation for report &1 ?

    The SAP error message /BOBF/COM_GENERATOR131 indicates that there is an issue with copying documentation for a specific report in the Business Object Processing Framework (BOPF). This error typically arises when the system is unable to retrieve or copy the documentation associated with the specified report.

    Cause:

    1. Missing Documentation: The documentation for the report may not exist or may not be properly maintained in the system.
    2. Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the documentation.
    3. Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database or inconsistencies in the BOPF configuration.
    4. Incorrect Report Name: The report name specified in the error message may be incorrect or not properly defined in the system.

    Solution:

    1. Check Documentation: Verify if the documentation for the report exists. If it does not, you may need to create or maintain the documentation.
    2. Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the documentation. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
    3. Technical Troubleshooting:
      • Check for any system logs or dumps that may provide more information about the error.
      • If there are database issues, consider running database consistency checks or consulting with your database administrator.
    4. Validate Report Name: Double-check the report name provided in the error message to ensure it is correct and properly defined in the system.
    5. Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
    6. Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.

    Related Information:

    • BOPF Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the BOPF framework and how documentation is managed within it.
    • SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
    • System Logs: Use transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to check for logs related to the error for more context.

    By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.

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