How To Fix /BOFU/PPF_ADAPTER003 - Business Object &1 PPF configuration not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOFU/PPF_ADAPTER -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Business Object &1 PPF configuration not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOFU/PPF_ADAPTER003 - Business Object &1 PPF configuration not maintained ?

  The SAP error message /BOFU/PPF_ADAPTER003 indicates that there is a problem with the PPF (Post Processing Framework) configuration for a specific business object. This error typically arises when the system attempts to execute a PPF action for a business object that does not have the necessary configuration maintained.
  Cause:
  
  Missing PPF Configuration: The specific business object (indicated by &1 in the error message) does not have any PPF configuration set up in the system.
  Incorrect Business Object: The business object being processed may not be supported for PPF actions, or it may not be correctly defined in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain PPF Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object).
  Navigate to the relevant section for PPF configuration. This is usually found under:
  
  Cross-Application Components > Post Processing Framework > Maintain PPF Actions.
  
  
  Check if the PPF actions for the specific business object are defined. If not, you will need to create or maintain the necessary PPF actions.
  
  
  
  Check Business Object Definition:
  
  Ensure that the business object is correctly defined and that it is intended to use PPF. You can check the business object settings in the relevant application area.
  
  
  
  Transport and Activation:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, ensure that it has been activated in the target system. You can check the transport logs for any issues during the import process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring PPF for the business object in question.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the functionality to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO for configuration.
  SCC1 for client copy (if applicable).
  SLG1 for logging and analyzing application logs related to PPF.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the specific business object and PPF configuration.
  
  
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the /BOFU/PPF_ADAPTER003 error message.