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How To Fix SMI003 - Cannot share the business object


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: SMI - [[DEPRECATED]]-Social Media Integration message class

  • Message number: 003

  • Message text: Cannot share the business object

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  • What causes this issue?

    One or more of the input parameters for the internal to external mapping
    are missing.

    System Response

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

    How to fix this error?

    Check the metadata for Social Media Integration OData service
    (SM_INTEGRATION_V2_SRV) for the required input parameters.

    Procedure for System Administrators


    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMI003 - Cannot share the business object ?

    The SAP error message SMI003, which states "Cannot share the business object," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow or when dealing with Business Object Management. This error indicates that there is an issue with sharing a business object, which can be due to various reasons.

    Causes:

    1. Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or share the business object.
    2. Object Locking: The business object might be locked by another user or process, preventing sharing.
    3. Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the workflow or business object settings.
    4. Data Integrity Issues: The data associated with the business object may be inconsistent or corrupted.
    5. System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or bugs that are causing the issue.

    Solutions:

    1. Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to access and share the business object. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and permissions in the SAP system.

    2. Release Locks: If the object is locked, identify the user or process that has locked it and resolve the lock. This may involve contacting the user or using transaction codes like SM12 to view and delete locks if necessary.

    3. Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the business object and workflow. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.

    4. Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to ensure that the data related to the business object is valid and not corrupted. This may involve using transaction codes like SE11 or SE16 to inspect the underlying tables.

    5. System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.

    6. SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve the issue.

    7. Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SWI1 (Work Item Selection), SWI2_FREQ (Work Item Selection for Frequency), and SWI2_DURA (Work Item Selection for Duration) to monitor and manage workflows.
    • Business Object Repository: Understanding the Business Object Repository (BOR) can help in troubleshooting issues related to business objects.
    • Workflow Monitoring: Use transaction SWI1 to monitor workflow instances and identify any stuck or problematic workflows.

    By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the SMI003 error in SAP.

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