How To Fix SADL_GEN_DRFT_MSG007 - Failed to read object directory entry of object &1&2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SADL_GEN_DRFT_MSG - Message for Draft generation

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Failed to read object directory entry of object &1&2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SADL_GEN_DRFT_MSG007 - Failed to read object directory entry of object &1&2. ?

  The SAP error message SADL_GEN_DRFT_MSG007 indicates that there was a failure in reading the object directory entry for a specified object. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP ABAP programming environment, particularly when using the SAP Data Access Layer (SADL) for data retrieval operations.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing or Inactive Object: The object specified in the error message (denoted by &1&2) may not exist in the system or may be inactive.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the operation may not have the necessary authorizations to access the object.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration problems in the SADL setup or in the object definitions.
  Transport Issues: If the object was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly activated or may be missing dependencies.
  Database Issues: There could be issues with the underlying database that prevent the system from reading the object directory.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Object Existence: Verify that the object specified in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant transaction codes or using SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator).
  
  
  Check Object Activation: Ensure that the object is active. If it is a custom object, you may need to activate it in the development environment.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Check the user authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the object. You can use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the SADL configuration settings to ensure that everything is set up correctly. This includes checking the data model and any related settings.
  
  
  Transport Check: If the object was recently transported, ensure that all related objects and dependencies were also transported and activated.
  
  
  Database Check: If you suspect a database issue, check the database logs for any errors and ensure that the database is functioning correctly.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the code where the error occurs to get more insights into what might be causing the failure.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for SADL and the specific objects you are working with to ensure compliance with best practices.
  Community Forums: Consider reaching out to SAP community forums or support channels for additional assistance from other SAP professionals who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SADL_GEN_DRFT_MSG007 error.