How To Fix CRM_APPROVAL201 - Approval with GUID &1 not found in object buffer

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_APPROVAL -

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Approval with GUID &1 not found in object buffer

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_APPROVAL201 - Approval with GUID &1 not found in object buffer ?

  The SAP error message "CRM_APPROVAL201: Approval with GUID &1 not found in object buffer" typically occurs in the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) module when the system is unable to locate a specific approval object in the object buffer. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions can help resolve the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Object Buffer Issues: The object buffer may not contain the requested approval object due to various reasons, such as buffer overflow or the object not being loaded into the buffer.
  Data Deletion: The approval object may have been deleted or is no longer available in the database.
  Transaction Issues: The transaction that is trying to access the approval object may not have been executed correctly, leading to inconsistencies.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the approval object.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the CRM system that prevent the proper retrieval of approval objects.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Refresh the Object Buffer: You can try to refresh the object buffer by executing the transaction SM12 to check for any locks and SM21 to check the system log for any related errors. Additionally, you can use transaction SE11 to check the table where the approval objects are stored.
  Check Approval Object Existence: Verify if the approval object with the specified GUID exists in the database. You can do this by querying the relevant database table (e.g., CRMD_ORDER or similar) using transaction SE16N.
  Re-execute the Transaction: If the error occurred during a specific transaction, try re-executing the transaction to see if the issue persists.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the approval object. You can check this using transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  System Configuration Review: Review the system configuration related to CRM approvals to ensure everything is set up correctly. This may involve checking customizing settings in transaction SPRO.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for CRM and approval processes for more detailed information on how approvals are managed within the system.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the "CRM_APPROVAL201" error in your SAP system.