How To Fix /SMB/UTILITY172 - The FSV &1 related sobj was not found in /smb/bb_img_sobj.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/UTILITY -

• Message number: 172

• Message text: The FSV &1 related sobj was not found in /smb/bb_img_sobj.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/UTILITY172 - The FSV &1 related sobj was not found in /smb/bb_img_sobj. ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/UTILITY172 indicates that a specific "sobj" (short for "sub-object") related to a Financial Statement Version (FSV) could not be found in the specified table or structure (/smb/bb_img_sobj). This error typically arises in the context of SAP Business ByDesign or similar SAP solutions where financial reporting and configurations are involved.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The sub-object related to the Financial Statement Version may not have been configured or may have been deleted.
  Incorrect FSV Reference: The FSV you are trying to access may reference a sub-object that does not exist in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport that caused the sub-object to not be included.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or configuration settings that lead to the inability to find the specified sub-object.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify that the sub-object related to the FSV is correctly configured in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in SAP and ensuring that the sub-object exists.
  Review FSV Settings: Check the settings of the Financial Statement Version to ensure that it is correctly referencing existing sub-objects.
  Recreate Missing Objects: If the sub-object is missing, you may need to recreate it based on your business requirements.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and correctly transported.
  Database Consistency Check: Run any available consistency checks or reports in SAP to identify and resolve any inconsistencies in the configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as OB58 for FSV configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide specific guidance or fixes for known problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Financial Statement Versions and sub-objects to ensure you understand the configuration requirements.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific system configuration and requirements.