How To Fix FMCA_BRFPLUS175 - Cannot create function for application &1 (data object &2 missing)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCA_BRFPLUS - PSCD: BRFPLUS in TRM

• Message number: 175

• Message text: Cannot create function for application &1 (data object &2 missing)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCA_BRFPLUS175 - Cannot create function for application &1 (data object &2 missing) ?

  The SAP error message FMCA_BRFPLUS175 indicates that there is an issue with creating a function for a specific application due to a missing data object. This error is related to the Business Rule Framework plus (BRF+) in SAP, which is used for managing business rules.
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Data Object: The data object specified in the error message is not defined or is missing in the BRF+ application. This could be due to a deletion, incorrect configuration, or a transport issue.
  Incorrect Application Configuration: The application may not be properly configured to reference the required data object.
  Transport Issues: If the application was transported from one system to another, the data object may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Data Object Definition:
  
  Go to the BRF+ workbench (transaction code BRF+).
  Navigate to the application mentioned in the error message.
  Verify if the data object (specified as &2 in the error message) exists and is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Restore the Data Object:
  
  If the data object is missing, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if available.
  Ensure that the data object has the correct attributes and is activated.
  
  
  
  Review Application Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the application to ensure it correctly references the data object.
  Make sure that all dependencies are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects were included.
  If needed, re-transport the missing data object.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to BRF+ for any specific guidance on the error.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify the BRF+ application and its data objects.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BRF+ Documentation: SAP provides extensive documentation on BRF+ that can help you understand how to manage applications and data objects.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be useful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.