How To Fix SCDT_MAP020 - Object &1 does not exist in system &2 &3, or is written incorrectly

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCDT_MAP - Mapping Information for Synchronization

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Object &1 does not exist in system &2 &3, or is written incorrectly

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCDT_MAP020 - Object &1 does not exist in system &2 &3, or is written incorrectly ?

  The SAP error message SCDT_MAP020 indicates that a specific object (denoted by &1) does not exist in the specified system (&2 and &3) or is incorrectly referenced. This error typically arises in the context of data transfer or mapping processes, particularly when dealing with SAP Data Transfer (SCDT) or similar functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Object: The object you are trying to reference (like a data mapping, configuration, or other entities) does not exist in the target system.
  Incorrect Naming: The object name may have been misspelled or incorrectly formatted.
  Transport Issues: If the object was recently transported from another system, it may not have been successfully imported or may not exist in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the object in the specified system.
  System Configuration: The system may not be properly configured to recognize the object due to missing settings or parameters.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Object Existence: Check if the object exists in the target system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the appropriate search functions.
  Check Naming: Ensure that the object name is spelled correctly and follows the required naming conventions.
  Transport Check: If the object was supposed to be transported, verify the transport logs to ensure it was successfully imported into the target system.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  System Configuration: Review the system configuration settings to ensure that everything is set up correctly for the object to be recognized.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific object type for additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the object type, you may need to use specific transaction codes (like SE11 for Data Dictionary objects, SE80 for development objects, etc.) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message SCDT_MAP020.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.