How To Fix OL557 - Object type '&' could not be generated

OL557 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OL - Workflow object types: Run-time system

• Message number: 557

• Message text: Object type '&' could not be generated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OL557 - Object type '&' could not be generated ?

  The SAP error message OL557, which states "Object type '&' could not be generated," typically occurs during the generation of an object in the SAP system, such as a table, view, or other repository objects. The error can arise due to various reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Syntax Errors: There may be syntax errors in the ABAP code or in the definition of the object being generated.
  Missing Dependencies: The object may depend on other objects that are not available or not activated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to generate the object.
  Transport Issues: If the object is being transported from one system to another, there may be issues with the transport request.
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the underlying database, such as locks or constraints that prevent the object from being created.
  Naming Conflicts: There may be naming conflicts with existing objects