How To Fix E0618 - Object &, ID & is unknown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E0 - SAP EDI messages

• Message number: 618

• Message text: Object &, ID & is unknown

What causes this issue?

Object &v1& with the ID &v2& is not known in HR-ORG.

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?

This field requires the entry of an object type of length 2 and an
object ID of length 12 to identify an HR-ORG object uniquely. You can
use the Possible entries pushbutton to select an entry.
<ZH>Examples</>
In the case of an SAP user the object type is 'US'. The
entry for the user Mueller would therefore be <ZH>usmueller</>.
The position 'developer' would be entered as <ZH>s developer</>.
Note that the object type always has the length 2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E0618 - Object &, ID & is unknown ?

  The SAP error message E0618 ("Object &, ID & is unknown") typically indicates that the system is unable to find a specific object (such as a program, function module, or other repository object) identified by the given ID. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during the execution of a transaction, when trying to access a report, or when working with custom developments.
  Causes:
  
  Object Does Not Exist: The object you are trying to access has not been created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Object ID: The ID you are using to reference the object is incorrect or misspelled.
  Transport Issues: If the object was recently transported from another system, it may not have been imported correctly.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to access the object.
  Namespace Issues: The object might be in a different namespace that is not accessible in your current context.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Object Existence: Check if the object exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to search for the object.
  Check Object ID: Ensure that the ID you are using is correct. Double-check for any typos or formatting issues.
  Transport Check: If the object was recently transported, verify that the transport request was successfully imported. You can check the transport logs for any errors.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the object. You may need to contact your SAP security team to verify your permissions.
  Namespace Verification: If the object is in a different namespace, ensure that you have access to that namespace or that you are using the correct prefix.
  Recreate the Object: If the object is missing and you have the necessary information, you may need to recreate it.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE80 (Object Navigator), SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE37 (Function Module), and SE38 (ABAP Program).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search for specific error codes or keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can use the ABAP debugger to trace the execution and identify where the error occurs.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.