How To Fix /SMB/GLOBAL_METADATA036 - Could not determine namespace in object name '&1'

/SMB/GLOBAL_METADATA036 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/GLOBAL_METADATA -

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Could not determine namespace in object name '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/GLOBAL_METADATA036 - Could not determine namespace in object name '&1' ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/GLOBAL_METADATA036 Could not determine namespace in object name '&1' typically indicates that the system is unable to identify the namespace for a specific object name. This can occur in various contexts, such as when working with SAP Business One or other SAP modules that involve metadata handling.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Object Name: The object name provided may be incorrect or malformed, leading to the inability to determine its namespace.
  Missing Metadata: The metadata for the object may not be available or properly configured in the system.
  Namespace 
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of namespaces in the SAP system, which can prevent the system from recognizing the object.
  Transport Issues: If the object was recently transported from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing components in the transport.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the object, leading to the inability to determine its