How To Fix CRM_CUSTOMER_USAGE005 - &1 is not a valid business object in BOR

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_CUSTOMER_USAGE - Customer Usage: Maintenance of Features

• Message number: 005

• Message text: &1 is not a valid business object in BOR

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_CUSTOMER_USAGE005 - &1 is not a valid business object in BOR ?

  The SAP error message CRM_CUSTOMER_USAGE005 indicates that the specified business object is not recognized in the Business Object Repository (BOR). This error typically occurs in the context of SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management) when there is an attempt to access or manipulate a business object that does not exist or is not properly defined in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Business Object Name: The name of the business object being referenced may be misspelled or incorrect.
  Missing Business Object: The business object may not be defined in the system, possibly due to a missing configuration or a transport issue.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified business object.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the system configuration or inconsistencies in the BOR.
  Transport Issues: If the business object was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Business Object Name: Check the spelling and ensure that the business object name is correct. You can do this by looking it up in the BOR.
  Check Business Object Definition: Use transaction SWO1 (Business Object Builder) to check if the business object exists and is correctly defined.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the business object. This can be checked in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Check System Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to the business object in the SAP CRM system. Ensure that all necessary components are activated.
  Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that the business object was successfully transported and activated.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SWO1: Business Object Builder
  SWO2: Business Object Repository
  SE11: Data Dictionary (to check underlying tables)
  SE80: Object Navigator (to explore related objects)
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP Help Portal for documentation on business objects and the Business Object Repository.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.