How To Fix /BOFU/COMMON017 - Given Type &1-&2 is not instantiable

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOFU/COMMON -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Given Type &1-&2 is not instantiable

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOFU/COMMON017 - Given Type &1-&2 is not instantiable ?

  The SAP error message /BOFU/COMMON017 with the description "Given Type &1-&2 is not instantiable" typically occurs in the context of Business Object Framework (BOF) or when dealing with Business Objects in SAP. This error indicates that the system is trying to instantiate a type (class or object) that cannot be instantiated, which usually means that the type is either abstract or an interface.
  Causes:
  
  Abstract Class or Interface: The type you are trying to instantiate is an abstract class or an interface. In object-oriented programming, abstract classes cannot be instantiated directly.
  Incorrect Type Specification: There may be a typo or incorrect specification in the type name, leading to the system not recognizing it as a valid instantiable class.
  Missing Implementation: If the type is an interface, there may be no concrete class implementing that interface.
  Configuration Issues: There could be issues in the configuration of the Business Object or the environment that prevent the instantiation.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Class Definition: Verify that the class you are trying to instantiate is not abstract and is a concrete class. If it is abstract, you need to instantiate a subclass that implements the abstract methods.
  Implement Missing Interfaces: If you are dealing with an interface, ensure that there is a concrete class that implements this interface and that you are trying to instantiate that class instead.
  Correct Type Name: Double-check the type name you are using in your code or configuration to ensure it is correct and corresponds to a valid, instantiable class.
  Review Configuration: If applicable, review the configuration settings related to the Business Object or the environment to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  Debugging: Use debugging tools to trace the point of failure and gather more context about the error. This can help identify the specific line of code or configuration causing the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Business Object Framework and object-oriented programming in ABAP for more details on instantiable types.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  ABAP Development: If you are familiar with ABAP, you can use transaction SE80 or SE24 to explore the class definitions and their properties.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.