How To Fix SB317 - Object &1 &2 does not yet exist, create it first

SB317 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SB - Version Management Messages

• Message number: 317

• Message text: Object &1 &2 does not yet exist, create it first

What causes this issue?

The object &V1& &V2& does not exist. This means that you cannot copy any
changes made to this object.
You cannot create new objects by copying changes.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

If you created the object &V1& &V2& when you worked on the reference
correction, and want to copy it to the local SAP system, then you first
have to create it manually. After you have created it, copy the changes
again.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SB317 - Object &1 &2 does not yet exist, create it first ?

  The SAP error message SB317 indicates that a specific object (like a transport request, a program, or a configuration object) does not exist in the system, and you need to create it before you can proceed with the operation you are attempting.
  
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs in the following scenarios:
  
  Missing Object: The object you are trying to reference (e.g., a transport request, a customizing object, etc.) has not been created yet.
  Incorrect Object Name: There might be a typo or incorrect naming in the object reference.
  Transport Request Issues: If you are working with transport requests, the request might not have been created or released properly.
  Development Environment: If you are in a development environment, the object may not have been transported from the development system to the quality or production system.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SB317 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Object Existence:
  
  Verify that the object you are trying to access actually exists in