How To Fix PT012 - Object type "&" not defined


PT012 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: PT - Messages for ABAP print functions

  • Message number: 012

  • Message text: Object type "&" not defined

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  • What causes this issue?

    The table TOAOM contains all valid object types. The object type
    specified in the input field does not exist in this table.

    How to fix this error?

    Enter a valid object type. For a list of valid object types, press F4.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


PT012 - Details

  • The SAP error message PT012, which states "Object type '&' not defined," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Time Management module, particularly when dealing with personnel time data or related objects. This error indicates that the system is unable to recognize or find a specific object type that is referenced in the operation you are trying to perform.
    Causes:
    
    
    Missing Configuration: The object type referenced in the error message may not be defined in the system. This could be due to missing configuration settings in the relevant modules (e.g., Time Management, Personnel Administration).
    
    
    Incorrect Object Type: The object type specified may be incorrect or misspelled in the configuration or in the data being processed.
    
    
    Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the object type may not have been included or properly activated in the target system.
    
    
    Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to

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