How To Fix M8544 - Initialization error, application log: sub-object & not found

M8544 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 544

• Message text: Initialization error, application log: sub-object & not found

What causes this issue?

Sub-object &V1& of application log for object &V2& not found.

System Response

The protocol file cannot be initialized.

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE ISR_SYSTEMFEHLER

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8544 - Initialization error, application log: sub-object & not found ?

  The SAP error message M8544, which states "Initialization error, application log: sub-object & not found," typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) or related modules when the system is unable to find a specific sub-object that is required for processing a transaction or report.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The sub-object that the system is trying to access may not be configured correctly in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the customizing settings.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing master data or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the sub-object.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the sub-object may not have been included or properly activated in the target environment.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify the configuration settings related to the sub-object in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO). Ensure