How To Fix /BOFU/FDT_EXP_BO_RET158 - Data object &1 invalid; failed keys result object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOFU/FDT_EXP_BO_RET -

• Message number: 158

• Message text: Data object &1 invalid; failed keys result object

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOFU/FDT_EXP_BO_RET158 - Data object &1 invalid; failed keys result object ?

  The SAP error message /BOFU/FDT_EXP_BO_RET158 indicates that there is an issue with a data object in the context of SAP's Business Object Framework (BOF) or the Flexible Data Model (FDT). The specific message "Data object &1 invalid; failed keys result object" suggests that the data object referenced (denoted by &1) is not valid, which could be due to several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Data Object: The data object specified may not exist or may have been deleted or deactivated in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the data model or the way the data object is being referenced.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be issues with the underlying data, such as missing or incorrect keys that are required for the data object to function properly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data object.
  Transport Issues: If the data object was recently transported from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing dependencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Object Existence: Verify that the data object referenced in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the appropriate data model tools.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for the data object is correct. This includes checking the data model, associations, and any related settings.
  Validate Data Integrity: Check the underlying data for any inconsistencies or missing keys. You may need to run data validation or consistency checks.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the data object.
  Review Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, review the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate missing dependencies or issues with the transport.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific data object or framework you are working with for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the error message. You can search for the error message or the data object in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or FDT related transactions for managing data models.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.