How To Fix BS_INOB_MESSAGES002 - Type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BS_INOB_MESSAGES - Messages For Incident Observation

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Type &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BS_INOB_MESSAGES002 - Type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message BS_INOB_MESSAGES002 with the description "Type &1 does not exist" typically indicates that the system is trying to access a business object type that is not defined or recognized in the system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when working with business object processing, workflows, or integration scenarios.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Business Object Type: The specified business object type (denoted by &1 in the error message) is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the business object may be incomplete or incorrect, leading to the system not recognizing the type.
  Transport Issues: If the business object type was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or completely.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the business object type.
  Custom Development: If the business object type is custom-developed, there may be issues in the implementation or registration of the object.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Business Object Definition:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SWO1 for business object definitions) and verify if the business object type exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or ensure that it is properly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to the business object type. Ensure that all necessary settings are in place and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the object was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the business object type. You may need to consult with your security team to ensure proper roles and permissions are assigned.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to see where the error is being triggered and gather more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific business object type for any known issues or additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SWO1 (Business Object Builder), SWDD (Workflow Builder), SE80 (Object Navigator).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.