How To Fix /PICM/UI111 - Object type &1 not specified as the main reference object of &2

/PICM/UI111 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PICM/UI -

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Object type &1 not specified as the main reference object of &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PICM/UI111 - Object type &1 not specified as the main reference object of &2 ?

  The SAP error message /PICM/UI111 Object type &1 not specified as the main reference object of &2 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Product Information Management (PIM) module. This error indicates that there is a mismatch or an issue with the object types being referenced in a particular operation, such as creating or updating a product or a related object.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Object Type: The object type specified in the operation does not match the expected main reference object type.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the PIM that are not correctly set up, leading to the system not recognizing the object type.
  Data Integrity Issues: The data being processed may have inconsistencies or may not adhere to the expected structure, causing the system to throw this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Types: Verify that the object type you are trying to use is correctly specified and is valid for the operation you