How To Fix MQ818 - Object searched for could not be found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MQ - Messages for Euro Changeover Package

• Message number: 818

• Message text: Object searched for could not be found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MQ818 - Object searched for could not be found ?

  The SAP error message MQ818 ("Object searched for could not be found") typically occurs when a user attempts to access an object (such as a report, transaction, or data record) that does not exist in the system or is not accessible due to various reasons. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  
  Object Does Not Exist: The object you are trying to access may not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the object name or the object being deleted or not created yet.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the object. This can happen if the user’s role does not include permissions for the specific object.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the object was recently transported from a development environment to a production environment, it may not have been transported correctly or may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The system configuration may be incorrect, leading to the inability to locate the object.
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or application layer that prevent the system from finding the object.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Object Existence: Check if the object you are trying to access actually exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SE38 (ABAP Editor) to search for the object.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object. You can use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues after receiving the error message.
  
  
  Review Transport Requests: If the object was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the object was included and successfully imported into the target system.
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team: If you suspect configuration or data consistency issues, consult with your SAP Basis team to check for any underlying issues in the system.
  
  
  Check for Naming Conventions: Ensure that you are using the correct naming conventions and that there are no typographical errors in the object name.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can debug the program or transaction to see where the error is occurring and gather more information about the missing object.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11, SE80, SE38, and SU53 for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the MQ818 error message. SAP Notes can provide specific guidance or patches for known problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific module or object you are working with to understand its requirements and dependencies.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.