How To Fix SHDB_PFW201 - Pre-Processing object &1: &2 caused error: &3

SHDB_PFW201 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SHDB_PFW -

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Pre-Processing object &1: &2 caused error: &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SHDB_PFW201 - Pre-Processing object &1: &2 caused error: &3 ?

  The SAP error message SHDB_PFW201 typically occurs in the context of using the SAP GUI scripting or the transaction recording feature (SHDB) in SAP. This error indicates that there was a problem during the pre-processing of a recorded transaction or script.
  
  Cause:
  The error message SHDB_PFW201 can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The pre-processing object may not be configured correctly, leading to errors when the system tries to execute it.
  Missing Authorizations: The user executing the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to perform certain actions within the recorded transaction.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the data being processed, such as invalid or incomplete data that does not meet the requirements of the transaction.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system issues, such as performance problems or temporary outages affecting the execution of the transaction.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SHDB_PFW201 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of