How To Fix /CFG/DB171 - &1 &2 &3 &4:Object not defined.

/CFG/DB171 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CFG/DB -

• Message number: 171

• Message text: &1 &2 &3 &4:Object not defined.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CFG/DB171 - &1 &2 &3 &4:Object not defined. ?

  The SAP error message /CFG/DB171 &1 &2 &3 &4: Object not defined typically indicates that a specific configuration object (like a database table, view, or other configuration entity) is not defined in the system. This error can occur in various contexts, often related to configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The object referenced in the error message is not defined in the system. This could be due to a missing entry in a configuration table or a misconfiguration.
  Transport Issues: If the object was recently transported from another system (like a development or quality assurance system), it may not have been transported correctly or completely.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the object, leading to the perception that it is not defined.
  System Upgrade or Changes: Changes made during a system upgrade or patching might have affected the configuration, leading to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Object Definition: Verify