How To Fix /NFM/CA717 - Origin & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /NFM/CA -

• Message number: 717

• Message text: Origin & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /NFM/CA717 - Origin & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /NFM/CA717 Origin & does not exist typically occurs in the context of the SAP Flexible Real Estate Management (RE-FX) module, particularly when dealing with master data or transactions related to real estate objects. The error indicates that the system is unable to find a specified "origin" (which could refer to a specific type of data or configuration) that is required for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The specified origin may not be configured in the system. This could happen if the necessary settings were not completed during the implementation or if they were inadvertently deleted or modified.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the field where the origin is specified.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the necessary configurations may not have been transported correctly.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain data or configurations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the RE-FX module and verify that the origin in question is defined correctly. This can usually be found in the customizing settings under the relevant area (e.g., Real Estate Management).
  If the origin is missing, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Entry: 
  
  Double-check the input fields for any typos or incorrect values. Ensure that the origin you are trying to use is spelled correctly and matches the expected format.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests: 
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and successfully imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data related to the origin. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the RE-FX module for any specific guidance on the error message and its resolution.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide additional insights or patches if the issue is known.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in the RE-FX module that may help you navigate to the configuration settings (e.g., /NREFX for Real Estate Management).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or the RE-FX module for any known issues or updates.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.