How To Fix GHO_PRIMARY_SELECTOR005 - Invalid Object Type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GHO_PRIMARY_SELECTOR -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Invalid Object Type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GHO_PRIMARY_SELECTOR005 - Invalid Object Type &1 ?

  The SAP error message GHO_PRIMARY_SELECTOR005: Invalid Object Type &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP applications that involve data selection or processing, particularly in the context of SAP HANA or SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error indicates that the system has encountered an object type that is not recognized or is invalid for the operation being performed.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Object Type: The object type specified in the operation does not exist or is not valid in the current context.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the data model or the settings related to the object types.
  Data Source Issues: The data source being referenced may not be properly defined or may have been deleted or changed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified object type.
  Version Compatibility: There may be compatibility issues between different versions of SAP components or between SAP and third-party tools.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Object Type: Verify that the object type specified in the error message is correct and exists in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant data model or configuration settings.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that all configurations related to the object types are correctly set up. This may involve checking the data source, data model, or any related settings.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object type. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Update or Recreate Objects: If the object type has been deleted or is corrupted, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module or component you are working with for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to investigate the object types and their configurations.
  Logs and Traces: Review system logs (SM21) and application logs (SLG1) for additional context or related error messages that may provide more insight into the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message GHO_PRIMARY_SELECTOR005 in your SAP environment.