How To Fix IWO_BAPI2101 - Object name &1 in method table is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IWO_BAPI2 - Messages for the PS/CS BAPI Process Control

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Object name &1 in method table is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IWO_BAPI2101 - Object name &1 in method table is invalid ?

  The SAP error message "IWO_BAPI2101 Object name &1 in method table is invalid" typically occurs when there is an issue with the object name being passed to a BAPI (Business Application Programming Interface) method. This error is often related to the use of BAPI for creating or updating maintenance orders, and it indicates that the object name provided does not match any valid entries in the method table.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Object Name: The object name provided in the BAPI call does not exist or is misspelled.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that lead to the object name not being recognized.
  Data Inconsistencies: The data being passed to the BAPI may not conform to the expected format or values.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the BAPI may not have the necessary authorizations to access the object.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Object Name: Verify that the object name being passed to the BAPI is correct. Ensure that it matches the expected format and spelling.
  Review BAPI Documentation: Consult the SAP documentation for the specific BAPI you are using to ensure that you are using it correctly and that the parameters are being passed as expected.
  Debugging: If you have access to the SAP system, you can use transaction codes like SE37 (Function Module) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to debug the BAPI call and see what values are being passed.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to the object in question. Ensure that all necessary entries are present and correctly configured.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the BAPI has the necessary authorizations to access the object. You can check this using transaction SU53 to see if there are any authorization issues.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAPI Documentation: Look for the specific BAPI documentation in the SAP Help Portal or through transaction SE37.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IW31 (Create Order), IW32 (Change Order), and IW33 (Display Order) to understand how the BAPI interacts with these transactions.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.