How To Fix MC257 - No matchcode objects exist with physically implemented IDs

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MC - Aggregate: views, matchcodes, lock objects

• Message number: 257

• Message text: No matchcode objects exist with physically implemented IDs

What causes this issue?

There are no matchcode objects containing active, physically
implemented matchcode IDs for the search pattern which you defined.

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

System Response

The system terminates processing.

How to fix this error?

Change the search pattern if there are really physically implemented
matchcode IDs whose matchcode records should be maintained. Please
remember that no matchcode records can be built for transparent
matchcode IDs. Therefore it is not possible and not necessary to call
SAPMACO in this case.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MC257 - No matchcode objects exist with physically implemented IDs ?

  The SAP error message MC257 ("No matchcode objects exist with physically implemented IDs") typically occurs in the context of using matchcode objects in SAP, particularly when trying to search for data using a matchcode that has not been properly defined or does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Matchcode Object: The matchcode object you are trying to use may not be defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The matchcode object may not be configured correctly, or the physical implementation of the matchcode is missing.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the matchcode object.
  Data Issues: There may be no data available for the matchcode object, leading to the error when attempting to retrieve information.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Matchcode Object Definition:
  
  Go to transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Check if the matchcode object you are trying to use is defined. If it is not, you may need to create it or ensure it is activated.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code SE78 or SE11 to check the configuration of the matchcode object.
  Ensure that the matchcode object has a physical implementation (i.e., it is linked to a table or a view).
  
  
  
  Check for Data:
  
  Ensure that there is data available for the matchcode object. If the underlying table is empty, the matchcode will not return any results.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the matchcode object. This can be checked in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Rebuild Matchcode:
  
  If the matchcode object is defined but not functioning correctly, you may need to rebuild it. This can be done using transaction SE11 to regenerate the matchcode.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the matchcode object you are working with.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE78: SAP ArchiveLink
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  Matchcode Objects: These are used in SAP to provide a search functionality for various data types. They can be based on tables or views and are often used in search helps.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific matchcode object you are working with.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.