How To Fix SC055 - Unknown object: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SC - Program analysis tools

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Unknown object: &1

What causes this issue?

The target object &V1& already exists.

System Response

The selected function cannot be executed.

How to fix this error?

Choose another name for the target object or cancel the function.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SC055 - Unknown object: &1 ?

  The SAP error message SC055 "Unknown object: &1" typically occurs in the context of SAP's transport management system or when dealing with objects in the SAP system that cannot be found or recognized. The &1 placeholder in the message will be replaced with the name of the object that is causing the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Object Does Not Exist: The object specified in the error message may not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the object name or because the object has not been created yet.
  Transport Issues: If the object is supposed to be part of a transport request, it may not have been included correctly, or the transport request may not have been released.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the object, leading to it being "unknown" to the user.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the system configuration or inconsistencies in the transport directory.
  Development Environment: If the object was created in a different environment (e.g., development) and not transported to the current environment (e.g., quality or production), it will not be recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Object Existence: Check if the object exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes relevant to the object type (e.g., SE80 for repository objects).
  Check Transport Requests: Ensure that the object is included in the correct transport request and that the request has been released. You can use transaction code SE09 or SE10 to check transport requests.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object. You may need to consult with your security team to verify this.
  Check Naming Conventions: Ensure that the object name is spelled correctly and follows the naming conventions used in your SAP system.
  Consult Logs: Check the system logs for any additional error messages or information that might provide more context about the issue.
  Recreate the Object: If the object is missing and should exist, you may need to recreate it or transport it from the development environment.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE80 (Object Navigator), SE09/SE10 (Transport Organizer), and SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the error message SC055. SAP Notes can provide specific guidance or patches for known problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific object type you are dealing with, as it may provide additional insights into common issues and resolutions.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.