How To Fix R1377 - Application object &1: Data set &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R1 - Business Partner Messages from S_BUPA_GENERAL

• Message number: 377

• Message text: Application object &1: Data set &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R1377 - Application object &1: Data set &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message R1377 indicates that a specific application object (identified by &1) is trying to access a data set (identified by &2) that does not exist in the system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when working with data files, database entries, or application-specific data sets.
  Causes:
  
  Data Set Deletion: The data set may have been deleted or not created properly.
  Incorrect Path or Name: The application may be referencing the data set with an incorrect name or path.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the data set.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the application or system settings that leads to the data set not being recognized.
  Transport Issues: If the application object was transported from one system to another, the data set may not have been included in the transport.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Data Set Existence: Check if the data set actually exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the appropriate tools to list available data sets.
  Check Naming and Path: Ensure that the name and path of the data set are correct in the application configuration. Correct any discrepancies.
  Review Authorizations: Make sure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data set. You may need to adjust roles or permissions.
  Recreate the Data Set: If the data set has been deleted, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings of the application to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to check data sets or application objects (e.g., SE11 for Data Dictionary, SE80 for Object Navigator).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Logs and Traces: Review system logs (SM21) or application logs (SLG1) for additional details that may help diagnose the issue.
  Documentation: Refer to the relevant SAP documentation for the application or module you are working with for more context on data set management.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP Community forums for further assistance.