How To Fix CONT_TOOLS_E266 - The Object &1(&2) is stored as a local object.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CONT_TOOLS_E - Messages for BI CONTENT TOOLS

• Message number: 266

• Message text: The Object &1(&2) is stored as a local object.

What causes this issue?

The problem occurs because the object &v1& (&v2&) is assigned to the
package $TMP (local object) but the corresponding &v3& object is
assigned to the package &v4&.

How to fix this error?

There are 2 possible situations in such cases.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

a.) The transfer rules are intended to be delivered:
Go to the Transfer Rule and change the package assignment in the object
directory entry for the relevant Transfer structure (SHTR) or mapping (S
HMP). Afterwards activate the transfer structure.
b.) The transfer rules should not be delivered:
Delete the transfer rules in the Administrator Workbench. If you have tr
ouble deleting the transfer rules (for example, no source system withthe
corresponding SAP_BASIS release is connected), get in contact with the
BI Content Team.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CONT_TOOLS_E266 - The Object &1(&2) is stored as a local object. ?

  The SAP error message CONT_TOOLS_E266 indicates that the object you are trying to access or work with is stored as a local object. Local objects in SAP are typically objects that are not transported between systems (like development, quality assurance, and production). They are usually created in the development environment and are not assigned to a transport request.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the object (like a program, function module, or class) is created as a local object, which means it is not intended to be transported to other systems. Local objects are identified by the prefix $TMP in their names.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Object Type: Identify the type of object you are dealing with (e.g., report, function module, class).
  
  
  Create a Transport Request:
  
  If you need to transport the object to another system, you should create a transport request for it.
  To do this, you can:
  
  Open the object in the ABAP Workbench (SE80 or SE38).
  Choose the option to create a transport request.
  Move the object from the local object status to the transport request.
  
  
  
  
  
  Modify the Object: If you do not need to transport the object and it is acceptable to keep it as a local object, you can continue working with it as is. However, be aware that changes made to local objects will not be available in other systems.
  
  
  Check Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify transport requests.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the implications of changing the object type or creating a transport request, consult your SAP documentation or your SAP Basis team for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Local Objects: Local objects are useful for testing and development purposes but should be used cautiously if you plan to move changes to production.
  Transport Management System (TMS): Familiarize yourself with the TMS in SAP, which manages the transport of objects between different SAP systems.
  Development Guidelines: Follow your organization's development guidelines regarding the use of local objects and transport requests to ensure consistency and avoid issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CONT_TOOLS_E266 error and manage your SAP objects effectively.