How To Fix SB179 - Object &1 &2 does not exist, no version created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SB - Version Management Messages

• Message number: 179

• Message text: Object &1 &2 does not exist, no version created

What causes this issue?

An attempt was made to create a temporary version of the object &V1&
&V2&. This was not possible, since the object does not exist in the
Repository (it has no object directory entry).

System Response

The action was terminated.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SB179 - Object &1 &2 does not exist, no version created ?

  The SAP error message SB179 indicates that the system is unable to find a specific object (identified by the parameters &1 and &2) and therefore cannot create a version for it. This error typically occurs in the context of transport requests, version management, or when trying to access or modify an object that is not available in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Object Does Not Exist: The object you are trying to access or modify may not exist in the system. This could be due to it being deleted or never created.
  Transport Request Issues: If the object is part of a transport request, it may not have been imported into the target system.
  Incorrect Object Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the object reference.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations to view or modify the object can also lead to this error.
  Development Environment Issues: If you are working in a development environment, the object may not have been activated or saved properly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Object Existence: Check if the object (e.g., a program, function module, or class) actually exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Check Transport Requests: If the object is supposed to be in a transport request, ensure that the transport has been properly released and imported into the target system.
  Correct Object Name: Double-check the object name for any typos or errors.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the object. You may need to contact your SAP security team for assistance.
  Recreate the Object: If the object is missing and you have the necessary information, you may need to recreate it.
  Consult Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or information that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE80 (Object Navigator), SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE37 (Function Modules), and SE24 (Class Builder) to navigate and verify object existence.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the specific object type or error message for any known issues or patches.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific object type you are working with to understand its lifecycle and versioning.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.