How To Fix SIW207 - Project &1 contains one or more invalid object descriptions

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIW - Service Implementation Workbench

• Message number: 207

• Message text: Project &1 contains one or more invalid object descriptions

What causes this issue?

An error occurred in project &v1& during the creation of planned
objects.

System Response

A generation is not possible. Consider that the generation of project is
aborted when it contains not producible objects. Only the generation of
single objects is possible.

How to fix this error?

Start SIW for project &v1& and check the <DS>
<DS:DE.SIW_DTE_PIECE_DESCR_STATE_UI>object status</></> of the planned
objects within the object preview.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIW207 - Project &1 contains one or more invalid object descriptions ?

  The SAP error message SIW207 indicates that there is an issue with the project you are working on, specifically that it contains one or more invalid object descriptions. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Project Management or Solution Manager environments, where projects are used to manage various objects and their descriptions.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Object Descriptions: The most common cause of this error is that one or more objects within the project have descriptions that do not meet the required format or length. This could be due to special characters, excessive length, or missing mandatory fields.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the project, such as references to objects that no longer exist or have been incorrectly defined.
  Transport Issues: If the project was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to invalid object descriptions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Descriptions: Review the descriptions of all objects within the project. Ensure that they conform to the required standards (e.g., length, character set). Correct any invalid descriptions.
  Validate Project Data: Use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) to validate the project data. Look for any inconsistencies or errors in the project structure.
  Recreate Invalid Objects: If certain objects are found to be invalid, consider deleting and recreating them with valid descriptions.
  Transport Check: If the project was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate issues with object descriptions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version you are using, as there may be known issues or patches available.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder), CJ02 (Change Project), and CJ03 (Display Project) for managing project objects.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this specific error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SIW207 error message in your SAP environment.