How To Fix PE099 - Error when reading object: & & & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PE - Shift Planning: Messages

• Message number: 099

• Message text: Error when reading object: & & & &

What causes this issue?

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

An error occurred while reading an object (either an organizational
unit, a job, a position, or a person). Please ensure that this object
exists in the period concerned, and that you have the necessary
authorizations.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PE099 - Error when reading object: & & & & ?

  The SAP error message PE099, which states "Error when reading object: & & & &", typically indicates that there is an issue with accessing a specific object in the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during the execution of a program, report, or transaction.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Object: The object (e.g., a table, program, or function module) that the system is trying to access does not exist or has been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the object.
  Transport Issues: If the object was recently transported from one system to another, it may not have been transported correctly or completely.
  Corrupted Object: The object may be corrupted or not properly defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that are preventing access to the object.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Object Existence: Verify that the object exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE11 (for tables), SE80 (for various objects), or SE37 (for function modules).
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object. You can check this using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  Transport Check: If the object was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  Recreate or Repair Object: If the object is corrupted, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if available.
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can debug the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify the exact point of failure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11, SE80, SE37, and SU53 for troubleshooting.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, especially if you suspect a bug or system issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation and community forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PE099 error and implement a suitable solution.