How To Fix /SMB/CM_API_COMMON037 - There are no sub. objects for files

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/CM_API_COMMON -

• Message number: 037

• Message text: There are no sub. objects for files

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/CM_API_COMMON037 - There are no sub. objects for files ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/CM_API_COMMON037 indicates that there are no subordinate objects for the specified files. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Content Management (CM) or Document Management System (DMS) when trying to access or manipulate documents or files that do not have any associated subordinate objects.
  
  Cause:
  
  No Subordinate Objects: The primary cause of this error is that the file or document you are trying to access does not have any subordinate objects linked to it. Subordinate objects could include versions, attachments, or related documents.
  Incorrect File Reference: The file reference being used may not be valid or may not point to a file that has subordinate objects.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity in the database, leading to missing relationships between files and their subordinate objects.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access subordinate objects.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check File Reference: