How To Fix EEWMGBC202 - Object type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EEWMGBC - GBC: GIS Business Connector

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Object type &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

You have used an object type that is undefined.

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?

Define the object type.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EEWMGBC202 - Object type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message EEWMGBC202, which states "Object type &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference an object type that is not defined or does not exist in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Object Type: The object type specified in the error message (represented by &1) may be incorrectly defined or may not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue where the object type has not been properly set up in the EWM system.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the object type may not have been included or properly activated.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Object Type Definition:
  
  Verify that the object type specified in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant configuration settings in EWM.
  Use transaction codes like /SCWM/IMG to navigate to the configuration settings and ensure that the object type is defined.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that all necessary configurations related to the object type are completed. This may include settings in the EWM customizing settings.
  Check if the object type is part of a specific configuration that needs to be activated.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks to identify any missing or inconsistent data related to the object type. This can often be done through standard SAP reports or transaction codes.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and activated in the target system.
  If needed, re-transport the missing objects or manually create them in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific object type and EWM configuration for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCWM/PR (for managing warehouse processes) and /SCWM/IMG (for configuration).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to EEWMGBC202 for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.