How To Fix OL696 - Set object type/component to 'implemented' first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 696

• Message text: Set object type/component to 'implemented' first

What causes this issue?

You want to set a modeled object type or a modeled object type
component to status 'released'.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Firstly, please implement the object type or the object type component,
set it to status 'implemented' and test it. If the test is successful
you can set the object type or object type component status to
'released'.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OL696 - Set object type/component to 'implemented' first ?

  The SAP error message OL696, which states "Set object type/component to 'implemented' first," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) or when working with Business Object (BO) definitions in the SAP Business Workflow or Business Object Repository.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when you are trying to perform an operation on a business object or component that has not been properly defined or activated. Specifically, it indicates that the object type or component you are working with has not been set to the 'implemented' status, which is necessary for the system to recognize it as a valid and usable object.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the object type or component is set to 'implemented'. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Access the Object Type/Component:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., SWO1 for Business Object Builder).
  Locate the object type or component that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Check the Status:
  
  Verify the status of the object type/component. It should be in 'implemented' status.
  
  
  
  Set to Implemented:
  
  If the object type/component is not set to 'implemented', you can change its status:
  
  In the Object Builder, look for an option to set the status to 'implemented'.
  Save your changes.
  
  
  
  
  
  Activate the Object:
  
  After setting the status, ensure that you activate the object. This is often done through a menu option or button in the Object Builder.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the changes, try to perform the operation again that previously resulted in the OL696 error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWO1: Business Object Builder
  SWO2: Business Object Repository
  SWU3: Automatic Workflow Customizing (to check workflow settings)
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for Business Object and Workflow for more detailed information on object types and their statuses.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as there may be known issues or additional guidance provided by SAP.
  
  
  
  Community Forums:
  
  Consider visiting SAP Community forums or other SAP-related discussion platforms for insights from other users who may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the OL696 error and successfully work with the object type or component in your SAP environment.