How To Fix H1175 - No description of the type '&' defined for this object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: H1 - Messages Used in HR Funds and Position Management

• Message number: 175

• Message text: No description of the type '&' defined for this object

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message H1175 - No description of the type '&' defined for this object ?

  The SAP error message H1175, which states "No description of the type '&' defined for this object," typically occurs when there is a missing or undefined description for a specific object type in the SAP system. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with custom objects, data elements, or when trying to access certain functionalities that rely on specific definitions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Object Definition: The object type referenced in the error message does not have a corresponding description defined in the system.
  Custom Development: If the error arises from custom development (e.g., ABAP programs, function modules), it may indicate that the developer did not provide a description for a custom object.
  Transport Issues: If the object was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the transport might not have included all necessary definitions.
  Configuration Issues: In some cases, configuration settings may not be properly set up, leading to missing descriptions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Definition: Verify that the object type referenced in the error message is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE11 for data elements, SE80 for objects) and checking if the description exists.
  Add Missing Descriptions: If the description is missing, you can add it by editing the object definition in the appropriate transaction.
  Review Custom Code: If the error is related to custom development, review the code to ensure that all objects have been properly defined and that descriptions are provided where necessary.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  Consult Documentation: If the object is part of a standard SAP module, consult the SAP documentation or support notes to see if there are any known issues or updates related to the object type.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE37 (Function Modules) to investigate the object definitions.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the specific object type or error message for additional guidance or patches.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the code to identify where the error is being triggered and gather more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance, as they may have more insights into the specific configuration and customizations in your SAP environment.