How To Fix DD_RUNTIMEOBJ004 - Extended catalog attributes of object &1 are not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DD_RUNTIMEOBJ - ABAP Dictionary: Runtime object related messages

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Extended catalog attributes of object &1 are not available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DD_RUNTIMEOBJ004 - Extended catalog attributes of object &1 are not available ?

  The SAP error message DD_RUNTIMEOBJ004 indicates that the extended catalog attributes for a specified object (denoted as &1) are not available. This typically occurs in scenarios where the system is trying to access metadata or attributes that are not defined or are missing for the specified object.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Metadata: The object in question may not have the necessary extended attributes defined in the system.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data dictionary or the metadata repository.
  Transport Issues: If the object was transported from another system, the transport may not have included all necessary components.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the extended attributes of the object.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the retrieval of extended attributes.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Definition: Verify that the object (e.g., table, view, etc.) has the extended attributes defined in the Data Dictionary (SE11).
  Rebuild Metadata: If the metadata is inconsistent, you may need to regenerate or rebuild the metadata for the object. This can often be done using transaction SE11 or SE14.
  Transport Check: If the object was recently transported, ensure that all necessary components were included in the transport request. You may need to re-transport the missing components.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object and its extended attributes. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific object type to see if there are known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), SU53 (Authorization Check), SLG1 (Application Log).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.