How To Fix HSM_IMG008 - Source object &1 does not exist; choose a source object that does exist

HSM_IMG008 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HSM_IMG - HM: Hazardous Substance Master Customizing Reports

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Source object &1 does not exist; choose a source object that does exist

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HSM_IMG008 - Details

• The SAP error message HSM_IMG008 indicates that the source object specified in a transaction or process does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Hierarchical Storage Management (HSM) or when dealing with data archiving and storage solutions.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Non-Existent Object: The source object (e.g., a file, document, or data record) you are trying to reference does not exist in the system. This could be due to:
  
  The object was deleted or never created.
  A typographical error in the object name or ID.
  The object is in a different client or system.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the HSM or archiving process may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not being able to locate the specified object.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the specified object, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Object Existence:
  
  Check if the source object