How To Fix OL842 - Requester object type is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 842

• Message text: Requester object type is not defined

What causes this issue?

The object type of the calling program of the method does not exist in
the object repository.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OL842 - Requester object type is not defined ?

  The SAP error message OL842 ("Requester object type is not defined") typically occurs in the context of SAP's workflow or business process management. This error indicates that the system is unable to identify or find the specified requester object type in the workflow configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The requester object type may not be defined in the system configuration. This can happen if the object type was not created or if it was deleted.
  Incorrect Object Type: The object type specified in the workflow or process may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the object type may not have been included in the transport request.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the requester object type.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SWO1 for Object Types) and verify if the requester object type is defined.
  If it is missing, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup.
  
  
  
  Verify Object Type:
  
  Ensure that the object type specified in the workflow is correct. Check for any typos or incorrect references.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that the object type was included in the transport request.
  If it was not included, you may need to create a new transport request that includes the missing object type.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the workflow has the necessary authorizations to access the requester object type. You may need to consult with your security team to verify and adjust authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific object type and workflow to ensure that all necessary steps have been followed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SWO1: Object Types
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  SWI1: Work Item Selection
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can provide insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.