How To Fix HV031 - Selected object: &1 object type: &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HV - SBF_BAPI:Messages BAPI_HELPVALUES_GET up to and incl 4.5A

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Selected object: &1 object type: &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HV031 - Selected object: &1 object type: &2 ?

  The SAP error message HV031 typically indicates that there is an issue with the selected object in the context of a specific operation, often related to the handling of master data or configuration objects. The placeholders &1 and &2 in the message represent the specific object name and object type, respectively.
  Cause:
  
  Object Not Found: The object specified by &1 may not exist in the system or may have been deleted.
  Incorrect Object Type: The object type specified by &2 may not match the expected type for the operation being performed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the specified object.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the object, such as missing dependencies or incorrect configurations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Object Existence: Check if the object specified by &1 exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes relevant to the object type (e.g., SE11 for database tables, SE80 for development objects).
  Check Object Type: Ensure that the object type specified by &2 is correct and corresponds to the operation you are trying to perform.
  Review Authorizations: Make sure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access or modify the object. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the data related to the object. This may involve checking for missing entries or dependencies that are required for the object to function correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more specific guidance related to the object type and the operation being performed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the object type, you may need to use specific transaction codes to investigate further (e.g., SE11, SE80, or others).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be useful for finding similar issues faced by other users and the solutions they found.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for more in-depth troubleshooting.