How To Fix COM_DML_ENGINE031 - Object & (object type &) does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_DML_ENGINE - MDF Processing Layer

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Object & (object type &) does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_DML_ENGINE031 - Object & (object type &) does not exist ?

  The SAP error message COM_DML_ENGINE031 indicates that a specific object (identified by its name and type) does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Data Management Layer (DML) when trying to access or manipulate an object that is not available in the database or has not been properly defined.
  Cause:
  
  Object Not Created: The object you are trying to access has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Object Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the object reference.
  Object Deleted: The object might have been deleted or is no longer available in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the object.
  Transport Issues: If the object was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or completely.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Object Existence: Check if the object exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes relevant to the object type (e.g., SE11 for database tables, SE80 for development objects).
  Check Naming: Ensure that the object name and type are correctly specified in your code or configuration.
  Recreate Object: If the object does not exist, you may need to create it again.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Transport Check: If the object was supposed to be transported, verify that the transport request was completed successfully and that the object is present in the target system.
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional information that might help diagnose the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for object management (e.g., SE11, SE80, SE37).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message for any known issues or patches.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific object type you are working with to understand its requirements and dependencies.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community or other forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.