How To Fix CRM_ERMS_CAT_MSG207 - Category "&1": cannot read object "&2" with link "&3"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_ERMS_CAT_MSG - Coherent Categorization - Messages

• Message number: 207

• Message text: Category "&1": cannot read object "&2" with link "&3"

What causes this issue?

An object with the internal key "&V2&" is assigned to the category "&V1&
" via the link type "&V3&". A link to the object cannot be created
because the key is not among the imported object keys.
The error might be caused by the BAdI implementation relating to the
link type. Check these implementations in the target and source systems.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_ERMS_CAT_MSG207 - Category "&1": cannot read object "&2" with link "&3" ?

  The SAP error message CRM_ERMS_CAT_MSG207 indicates that the system is unable to read a specific object associated with a category in the CRM (Customer Relationship Management) system. The message typically includes placeholders for the category (&1), the object (&2), and the link (&3), which provide context for the error.
  Cause
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Missing or Inactive Object: The object referenced in the error message may not exist, may have been deleted, or may be inactive in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the specified object.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the CRM system that prevents the object from being read correctly.
  Data Consistency Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as broken links or references to objects that no longer exist.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Object Existence: Verify that the object referenced in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by searching for the object using its ID or name.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the object. You may need to consult with your security team to check the user's roles and permissions.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to the category and object in question. Ensure that everything is set up correctly and that there are no missing links or references.
  Data Consistency Check: Run data consistency checks to identify and resolve any inconsistencies in the data. This may involve checking for orphaned records or broken links.
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after performing the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to investigate the object definitions and configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for CRM and ERMS (Enterprise Resource Management System) for more insights into object management and error handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.