How To Fix /BOBF/CONF_MODEL_API012 - The name &1 refers to an object with wrong object type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/CONF_MODEL_API -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: The name &1 refers to an object with wrong object type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/CONF_MODEL_API012 - The name &1 refers to an object with wrong object type ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/CONF_MODEL_API012 indicates that there is a mismatch between the expected object type and the actual object type being referenced in your Business Object Framework (BOF) configuration. This error typically occurs when you are trying to access or manipulate an object that does not match the expected type defined in the configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Object Type: The object name you are referencing does not correspond to the expected object type. For example, you might be trying to use a Business Object (BO) where a different type of object (like a node or an attribute) is expected.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the Business Object or the associated nodes and attributes.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model, such as renaming or deleting objects, this could lead to inconsistencies.
  Development Errors: If you are developing custom logic or enhancements, there may be errors in the code that lead to this mismatch.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Type: Verify that the object name you are using corresponds to the correct object type. You can do this by checking the configuration in the Business Object Framework.
  Review Configuration: Go through the configuration of the Business Object and ensure that all nodes and attributes are correctly defined and linked.
  Debugging: If you are working with custom code, use debugging tools to trace the execution and identify where the mismatch occurs.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for the Business Object Framework to understand the expected object types and their relationships.
  Testing: If you have made recent changes, test the configuration in a development or test environment to ensure that everything is functioning as expected before moving to production.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to Business Object Framework, such as /BOBF/CONF for configuration and /BOBF/OBJ for object management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.