How To Fix /BOBF/COM_GENERATOR145 - Description of table type or row type entry is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/COM_GENERATOR -

• Message number: 145

• Message text: Description of table type or row type entry is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/COM_GENERATOR145 - Description of table type or row type entry is missing ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/COM_GENERATOR145 indicates that there is a missing description for a table type or row type entry in the Business Object Processing Framework (BOPF). This error typically arises during the generation of the BOPF components, which are essential for the proper functioning of business objects in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Description: The most common cause of this error is that a table type or row type entry in the BOPF configuration does not have a description defined. This can happen if the entry was created without providing the necessary metadata.
  Inconsistent Metadata: If there are inconsistencies in the metadata definitions for the business object, it can lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the BOPF configuration was transported from one system to another, and the transport did not include all necessary objects or metadata, it could result in missing descriptions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check BOPF Configuration:
  
  Go to the BOPF configuration transaction (e.g., BOPF or SE80).
  Locate the business object that is causing the error.
  Check the table types and row types defined for the business object.
  Ensure that each entry has a proper description filled in.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Descriptions:
  
  If you find any table type or row type entries without descriptions, add the necessary descriptions.
  Save and activate the changes.
  
  
  
  Re-generate BOPF Components:
  
  After making the necessary changes, regenerate the BOPF components to ensure that the changes take effect.
  You can do this by using the BOPF generation transaction or through the relevant development tools.
  
  
  
  Transport Considerations:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all related objects were included in the transport request.
  Check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate missing objects.
  
  
  
  Check for Notes and Patches:
  
  Sometimes, SAP releases notes or patches that address specific issues. Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes related to BOPF and this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOPF Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the BOPF framework and its configuration by referring to the official SAP documentation.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Debugging: If the error persists, consider debugging the BOPF generation process to identify the exact point of failure.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /BOBF/COM_GENERATOR145 and ensure that your BOPF configuration is complete and functional.