How To Fix SHMA052 - Change the object directory entry in transaction SHMA

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SHMA - Shared Objects: Management Messages

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Change the object directory entry in transaction SHMA

What causes this issue?

An area class (R3TR CLAS) and a table entry for the area properties
(R3TR SHMA) belong to an area for shared objects. You want to change the
object catalog entry. This must take place at the same time for the area
class and the area properties so that no inconsistencies occur.

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?

Change the object catalog entries in transaction SHMA. You can change
both entries consistently there.

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 SHMA052 - Change the object directory entry in transaction SHMA ?

  The SAP error message SHMA052 typically indicates that there is an issue with the object directory entry for a specific object in the SAP system. This error often arises when the system cannot find the necessary object directory entry for a particular object, which can prevent the execution of certain transactions or processes.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Object Directory Entry: The object you are trying to access does not have a corresponding entry in the object directory.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the object may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Transport Issues: If the object was recently transported from another system, the transport may not have included the necessary directory entries.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the object.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SHMA052 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Object Directory Entry:
  
  Use transaction code SHMA to access the object directory.
  Verify if the object in question has a valid entry. If not, you may need to create or modify the entry.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Entry:
  
  If the entry is missing, you can create a new object directory entry using the appropriate transaction or configuration settings.
  If the entry exists but is incorrect, modify it to ensure it points to the correct object.
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  If the object was recently transported, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary components were included.
  If needed, re-transport the object with the correct entries.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific object or transaction to see if there are any known issues or additional steps required.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SHMA (Object Directory) and SE80 (Object Navigator) for managing objects.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or patches related to the error message SHMA052.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the SHMA052 error in your SAP system.