How To Fix /PLMI/ECR_BO099 - Object type not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/ECR_BO -

• Message number: 099

• Message text: Object type not available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/ECR_BO099 - Object type not available ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/ECR_BO099 Object type not available typically indicates that the system is unable to find or recognize a specific object type that is required for a particular operation or transaction. This error can occur in various contexts, often related to the SAP PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) module.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The object type may not be configured in the system. This could happen if the necessary settings or definitions for the object type have not been created.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the object type.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data or the object type may have been deleted or not properly set up.
  Transport Issues: If the object type was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that caused it to not be available in the target system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify that the object type is correctly configured in the system. This may involve checking the relevant customizing settings in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object).
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object type. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Data Validation: Check for any inconsistencies in the data related to the object type. This may involve looking at the database tables or using transaction codes like SE11 or SE16.
  Transport Logs: If the object type was recently transported, review the transport logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transport process.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific object type to ensure that all necessary steps have been followed for its configuration and usage.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be valuable resources for finding similar issues faced by other users and the solutions they implemented.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), and SPRO (Customizing) to help diagnose and resolve the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance.