How To Fix R1887 - Application object &1: Screen sequence category &2 does note exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R1 - Business Partner Messages from S_BUPA_GENERAL

• Message number: 887

• Message text: Application object &1: Screen sequence category &2 does note exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R1887 - Application object &1: Screen sequence category &2 does note exist ?

  The SAP error message R1887 indicates that there is an issue with the screen sequence category in the application object you are trying to access. Specifically, the error message states that the specified screen sequence category does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Screen Sequence Category: The screen sequence category specified in the application object is not defined in the system. This could happen if the category was deleted or never created.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the application object settings, leading to a reference to a non-existent screen sequence category.
  Transport Issues: If the application object was transported from another system, the screen sequence category may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Screen Sequence Categories:
  
  Go to the transaction code SE93 (Transaction Codes) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to check if the screen sequence category exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO for customizing).
  
  
  
  Create or Modify the Screen Sequence Category:
  
  If the screen sequence category is missing, you can create it by navigating to the relevant customizing path in SPRO:
  
  Path: SAP Customizing Implementation Guide -> Logistics -> Logistics Execution -> Shipping -> Basic Shipping Functions -> Define Screen Sequence Categories.
  
  
  Ensure that the screen sequence category is correctly defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Check Application Object Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the application object that is generating the error. Ensure that it references the correct screen sequence category.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects, including the screen sequence category, were included in the transport.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on screen sequence categories and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE93, SE80, SPRO
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the R1887 error and ensure that the screen sequence category is correctly configured in your SAP system.