How To Fix EM318 - &1 &2 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EM - IS-U Migration

• Message number: 318

• Message text: &1 &2 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EM318 - &1 &2 not found ?

  The SAP error message EM318 typically indicates that a specific object or component (like a program, function module, or transaction) is not found in the system. The placeholders &1 and &2 usually represent the names or identifiers of the missing objects.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Object: The object referenced in the error message does not exist in the SAP system. This could be due to it not being created, being deleted, or being transported incorrectly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the object, leading to the system not being able to find it.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the system is looking for the object in the wrong place or with the wrong parameters.
  Transport Issues: If the object was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or completely.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Existence: Verify if the object (program, function module, etc.) exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE37 (Function Module).
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object. You can check this using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings to ensure that the system is set up correctly to find the object. This may involve checking customizing settings or parameters.
  Transport Logs: If the object was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  Recreate the Object: If the object is indeed missing and cannot be found, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if available.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific object or error message for additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message EM318.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes like SE80, SE37, SE38 (for programs), and SE11 (for database objects) to investigate further.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the EM318 error in your SAP system.