How To Fix /BOBF/CONF191 - Extensibility: Node &1 is extensible, but no ext. include is registered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/CONF -

• Message number: 191

• Message text: Extensibility: Node &1 is extensible, but no ext. include is registered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/CONF191 - Extensibility: Node &1 is extensible, but no ext. include is registered ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/CONF191 indicates that a Business Object (BO) node is marked as extensible, but there is no external include registered for it. This typically occurs in the context of the Business Object Processing Framework (BOPF) when you are trying to extend a business object but have not properly set up the extension.
  Cause:
  
  Node Configuration: The node in question is configured to allow extensions, but the necessary external include (which would contain the extension logic) has not been defined or registered.
  Missing Extension: The extension might not have been created or activated in the system.
  Incorrect Setup: There may be an issue with the configuration of the business object or the extension itself.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Node Configuration:
  
  Go to the BOPF configuration for the business object in question.
  Verify that the node is indeed marked as extensible.
  
  
  
  Register External Include:
  
  Ensure that an external include is created for the node. This can typically be done in the BOPF configuration transaction (e.g., using transaction code BOPF).
  If an external include does not exist, create one and ensure it is properly linked to the node.
  
  
  
  Activate the Extension:
  
  If you have created an extension, make sure it is activated. You can do this in the BOPF configuration or through the relevant transaction for activating extensions.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If you are working in a development environment and the changes have not been transported to the quality or production environment, ensure that the transport requests are correctly released and imported.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation for BOPF and extensibility to ensure that you are following the correct procedures for creating and registering extensions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the functionality again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOPF: The Business Object Processing Framework is a framework in SAP that allows for the creation and management of business objects.
  Extensibility: Extensibility in BOPF allows developers to add custom fields and logic to standard business objects without modifying the original object.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.