How To Fix /SMB/DEFINITION037 - Definition for subobject does not exist


/SMB/DEFINITION037 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: /SMB/DEFINITION -

  • Message number: 037

  • Message text: Definition for subobject does not exist

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/DEFINITION037 - Definition for subobject does not exist ?
    The SAP error message /SMB/DEFINITION037 Definition for subobject does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Business One or related modules when the system is unable to find a definition for a specific subobject that is being referenced. This can happen for various reasons, including configuration issues, missing definitions, or incorrect references in the system.
    Causes:
    
    Missing Configuration: The subobject you are trying to access may not have been properly defined in the system.
    Incorrect Object Reference: The system may be referencing a subobject that does not exist or has been deleted.
    Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the definitions may not have been transported correctly.
    Version Compatibility: There may be compatibility issues if the system has been upgraded or if there are inconsistencies between different environments (e.g., development and production).
    
    Solutions:
    
    
    Check Configuration: 
    
    Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP and verify that the subobject is defined

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