How To Fix NAVIGATION_PROFILE003 - Class &1 does not implement interface &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NAVIGATION_PROFILE - Navigation Profile

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Class &1 does not implement interface &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NAVIGATION_PROFILE003 - Class &1 does not implement interface &2 ?

  The SAP error message "NAVIGATION_PROFILE003 Class &1 does not implement interface &2" typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Objects or when dealing with navigation profiles in SAP applications. This error indicates that a specific class (denoted by &1) is expected to implement a certain interface (denoted by &2), but it does not.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Implementation: The class specified does not implement the required interface. This could be due to a coding error or an incomplete implementation.
  Incorrect Class or Interface: The class or interface names may be incorrectly specified in the configuration or code.
  Transport Issues: If the class was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to missing implementations.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the class and the interface, especially if the interface has been updated but the class has not.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Class Implementation: Verify that the class specified in the error message implements the required interface. You can do this by checking the class definition in the ABAP Workbench (SE80 or SE24).
  Implement Missing Methods: If the class does not implement the required methods from the interface, you will need to add those methods to the class.
  Correct Configuration: Ensure that the configuration or code that references the class and interface is correct. Check for typos or incorrect references.
  Transport Check: If the class was transported, ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request and that they were imported correctly.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the application to trace where the error is being triggered and gather more context about the failure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE24 (Class Builder) to investigate the class and interface.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for the specific version you are using to understand the expected behavior of the class and interface.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting on SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution.