How To Fix FICO1701 - The instance manager does not contain a reference for the display object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICO1 -

• Message number: 701

• Message text: The instance manager does not contain a reference for the display object

What causes this issue?

An internal error occurred.,,,,,,,,

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?

Create a customer message.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICO1701 - The instance manager does not contain a reference for the display object ?

  The SAP error message FICO1701, "The instance manager does not contain a reference for the display object," typically occurs in the context of SAP FICO (Financial Accounting and Controlling) when there is an issue with the display object in the system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, missing objects, or problems with the instance manager.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The display object may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the instance manager not being able to reference it.
  Transport Issues: If the display object was recently transported from another system (e.g., development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the display object.
  System Bugs or Inconsistencies: There may be bugs in the SAP system or inconsistencies in the database that prevent the display object from being recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify that the display object is correctly configured in the system. This may involve checking the relevant customizing settings in SPRO or other configuration transactions.
  Transport Management: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for errors and ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user encountering the error has the appropriate authorizations to access the display object. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user's roles and profiles.
  System Restart: Sometimes, restarting the SAP instance can resolve temporary issues with the instance manager.
  Check for Notes and Patches: Look for SAP Notes or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently releases updates that address known issues.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the code to identify where the error is occurring and why the instance manager cannot find the reference.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE80 (Object Navigator), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE37 (Function Module) to investigate the display object.
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for specific notes related to FICO1701 for any known issues or fixes.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for FICO to understand the context in which the error occurs and any related configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the FICO1701 error in your SAP system.