How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP464 - ABAP-Dictionary: Screen data type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP - Object Model Repository

• Message number: 464

• Message text: ABAP-Dictionary: Screen data type &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP464 - ABAP-Dictionary: Screen data type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP464 indicates that there is an issue with a screen data type in the ABAP Dictionary. Specifically, it means that the system is trying to reference a data type that does not exist in the dictionary.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Data Type: The data type specified in the error message (&1) does not exist in the ABAP Dictionary. This could be due to a number of reasons:
  
  The data type was deleted or not created.
  There is a typo in the data type name.
  The data type is part of a transport request that has not been imported into the system.
  
  
  
  Inconsistent Development Environment: If you are working in a development environment, it is possible that the data type exists in another system (like production) but not in your current development system.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the data type was recently transported from another system, there may have been an issue during the transport process.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Type: Verify if the data type exists in the ABAP Dictionary:
  
  Go to transaction SE11 (ABAP Dictionary).
  Enter the name of the data type and check if it exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or correct the reference.
  
  
  
  Correct Typo: If there is a typo in the data type name, correct it in the relevant program or configuration.
  
  
  Transport Request: If the data type is part of a transport request, ensure that the transport has been successfully imported into the system. You can check the transport logs for any errors.
  
  
  Check Dependencies: If the data type is dependent on other objects, ensure that all related objects are also present and correctly configured.
  
  
  Rebuild or Refresh: In some cases, rebuilding or refreshing the object that is trying to use the data type may resolve the issue.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the data type is part of a standard SAP application or module, consult the relevant SAP documentation or support notes for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (ABAP Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module), SE38 (ABAP Editor).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search for the error message number or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints to trace where the error is occurring in the code.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or ABAP development team for further assistance.