How To Fix SDDL_PARSER_MSG221 - Object "&1" with type "&2" does not exist in the system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDDL_PARSER_MSG - Message Class for DDL Parser

• Message number: 221

• Message text: Object "&1" with type "&2" does not exist in the system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDDL_PARSER_MSG221 - Object "&1" with type "&2" does not exist in the system ?

  The SAP error message SDDL_PARSER_MSG221 indicates that the system is unable to find an object with the specified name and type. This typically occurs in the context of security and authorization management, particularly when dealing with roles, profiles, or other security-related objects.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Object: The object specified in the error message (denoted as "&1") does not exist in the SAP system. This could be due to a typo in the object name or the object not being created or transported to the system.
  Incorrect Object Type: The type of the object (denoted as "&2") may not match the expected type for the operation being performed.
  Transport Issues: If the object was recently created or modified in a development environment, it may not have been transported to the target system where the error is occurring.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the object, leading to the system being unable to recognize it.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Object Existence:
  
  Check if the object exists in the system by using transaction codes relevant to the object type (e.g., SU01 for users, PFCG for roles).
  Ensure that the object name is correctly spelled and formatted.
  
  
  
  Check Object Type:
  
  Confirm that the object type is correct and matches what is expected for the operation you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Transport the Object:
  
  If the object was created in a development environment, ensure that it has been properly transported to the target system. Check the transport logs for any errors.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object. You can use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific object type for additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  System Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks in the system to ensure that all objects are correctly defined and available.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PFCG: Role maintenance
  SU01: User maintenance
  SU53: Authorization check analysis
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community or other forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.