How To Fix OL800 - Object type '&' is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 800

• Message text: Object type '&' is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OL800 - Object type '&' is not defined ?

  The SAP error message OL800, which states "Object type '&' is not defined," typically occurs when the system is unable to recognize or find a specific object type that is being referenced in a transaction or program. This can happen for various reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Object Type Definition: The object type you are trying to use has not been defined in the system. This could be a custom object type or a standard one that has not been properly configured.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the object type was recently transported from another system (like Development to Quality or Production), it may not have been included in the transport request or may not have been imported correctly.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the object type, leading to the system not recognizing it.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the system that is preventing the object type from being recognized.
  
  
  Typographical Errors: There could be a simple typo in the object type name being referenced.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Object Type Definition: Verify if the object type is defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area (e.g., transaction codes like SE11 for Data Dictionary, SE80 for Object Navigator).
  
  
  Transport Check: If the object type was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was included and imported correctly. You can use transaction code STMS to check transport requests.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object type. You can check this using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings related to the object type. Ensure that all necessary settings are in place and correctly configured.
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors: Double-check the spelling of the object type in the transaction or program where the error occurred.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the object type is a standard SAP object, refer to SAP documentation or notes for any known issues or additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE37 (Function Module) to investigate the object type.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the specific object type or error message OL800 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or patches.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other online resources for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.