How To Fix I4719 - Object type (&) is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: I4 - WCM: Work Clearance Management

• Message number: 719

• Message text: Object type (&) is not defined

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE WCM_SAP OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message I4719 - Object type (&) is not defined ?

  The SAP error message I4719, which states "Object type (&) is not defined," typically occurs when the system encounters an object type that has not been properly defined or is not recognized in the context of the operation being performed. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when working with custom developments, configuration settings, or during data processing.
  Causes:
  
  Undefined Object Type: The object type referenced in the error message is not defined in the system. This could be due to a missing configuration or a typo in the object type name.
  Transport Issues: If the object type was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included in the transport request or may not have been activated properly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the object type.
  Custom Development: If the object type is part of a custom development, it may not have been created or activated correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Object Type Definition:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE11 for Data Dictionary objects, SE80 for Object Navigator) and verify if the object type is defined.
  If it is a custom object, ensure that it has been created and activated.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the object type was recently transported, check the transport request to ensure that it was included and that all necessary objects were transported.
  Ensure that the transport has been imported successfully into the target system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object type. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the error occurs during a specific transaction or program, consider debugging the program to identify where the object type is being referenced and why it is not recognized.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the object type is part of a standard SAP module, consult the SAP documentation or support notes for any known issues or additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SU01 (User Maintenance).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other online resources where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error message I4719 and implement a solution to resolve it.