How To Fix LTR2_BASIS_CHECK516 - Target object definition does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LTR2_BASIS_CHECK - LTR2 Messages of Checks in Check Framework

• Message number: 516

• Message text: Target object definition does not exist

What causes this issue?

The object definition for the target object does not exist.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Assign a valid object definition for the target object.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LTR2_BASIS_CHECK516 - Target object definition does not exist ?

  The SAP error message LTR2_BASIS_CHECK516 with the description "Target object definition does not exist" typically occurs in the context of SAP Landscape Transformation (SLT) or when working with data replication and transformation processes. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the definition of the target object (such as a table or view) that you are trying to replicate or transform data into.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Target Object: The target object (table/view) you are trying to replicate data into does not exist in the target system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the SLT or data replication process may be incorrect, leading to the system not being able to locate the target object.
  Transport Issues: If the target object was recently transported from another system, it may not have been successfully created in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the operation may not have the necessary authorizations to access the target object.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Target Object Existence:
  
  Check if the target object (table/view) exists in the target database. You can do this by logging into the target system and using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to search for the object.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the SLT configuration settings to ensure that the target object is correctly defined. This includes checking the replication settings and ensuring that the correct schema and table names are being used.
  
  
  
  Recreate Target Object:
  
  If the target object does not exist, you may need to create it manually or ensure that it is properly set up in the target system.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the target object was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that the object was included.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the target object. You may need to consult with your security team to verify and adjust the user's roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Check for Naming Conventions:
  
  Ensure that there are no discrepancies in naming conventions (e.g., case sensitivity) between the source and target systems.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to SLT and the specific error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for SLT to understand the prerequisites and configuration steps for setting up data replication.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting on SAP Community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.