How To Fix ES026 - Specify a valid object type

ES026 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ES - ABAP Workbench: Repository Information System

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Specify a valid object type

What causes this issue?

Object type passed is unknown.

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?

Object types must be valid as a unique key in table EUOBJ.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ES026 - Specify a valid object type ?

  The SAP error message ES026 "Specify a valid object type" typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action that requires specifying an object type, but the input provided is either invalid or missing. This error can arise in various contexts within SAP, such as when working with object management, transport requests, or customizing settings.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Object Type: The object type specified does not exist or is not recognized by the system.
  Missing Input: The required field for the object type is left blank or not filled in correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or specify the object type.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration problem in the system that prevents the recognition of valid object types.
  Data Entry Errors: Typographical errors or incorrect formatting in the input can lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Input: Ensure that the object type you are trying to specify is valid