How To Fix SCWN320 - Object &1 &2 does not exist; changes cannot be applied

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCWN - Messages Note installation and management

• Message number: 320

• Message text: Object &1 &2 does not exist; changes cannot be applied

What causes this issue?

The Note being implemented contains changes to an object that does not
yet exist in your system. You must first implement the Note that creates
the object in your system. This Note should be specified as a
prerequisite in the Note that you are implementing.

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?

Implement the prerequisite Note.
If the Note is not specified as a prerequisite, contact SAP Support. To
do this, open a problem message and assign it to the Note component.

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 SCWN320 - Object &1 &2 does not exist; changes cannot be applied ?

  The SAP error message SCWN320 indicates that a specific object (identified by the parameters &1 and &2) does not exist in the system, which prevents any changes from being applied. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Change and Transport System (CTS) or when working with transport requests, especially in the context of customizing or development objects.
  Cause:
  
  Object Deletion: The object you are trying to modify or transport may have been deleted or does not exist in the specified client or system.
  Incorrect Object Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the object reference.
  Transport Request Issues: The transport request may not be correctly configured or may not include the object you are trying to work with.
  Client-Specific Objects: The object might exist in a different client but not in the one you are currently working in.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations to view or modify the object.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Object Existence: Check if the object actually exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes relevant to the object type (e.g., SE80 for development objects, SE11 for database tables, etc.).
  Check Transport Request: Ensure that the transport request includes the object you are trying to modify. You can check this in transaction SE09 or SE10.
  Correct Object Name: Double-check the object name and ensure that it is correctly specified in your request or transaction.
  Client Check: Make sure you are in the correct client where the object is supposed to exist. You can switch clients using the client selection option in the SAP GUI.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify the object. You may need to contact your SAP security team for assistance.
  Recreate the Object: If the object has been deleted and you need it, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if available.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE80 (Object Navigator), SE09/SE10 (Transport Organizer), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE37 (Function Builder).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific object type or error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific object type you are working with to understand its lifecycle and transport requirements.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.