How To Fix SOTR_MESS048 - Use the where-used list to search by object type and name

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SOTR_MESS - Messages in and for the Online Text Repository

• Message number: 048

• Message text: Use the where-used list to search by object type and name

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SOTR_MESS048 - Use the where-used list to search by object type and name ?

  The SAP error message SOTR_MESS048 typically indicates that a specific object (such as a program, function module, or class) cannot be found or accessed in the system. This message suggests that you should use the "where-used list" functionality to search for the object by its type and name. 
  Cause:
  
  Object Not Found: The object you are trying to access may not exist in the system, or it may have been deleted or renamed.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to access the object.
  Incorrect Object Type: You might be searching for the object using the wrong type or name.
  Transport Issues: If the object is part of a transport request, it may not have been imported into the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Use Where-Used List:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE80 for Object Navigator).
  Use the "Where-Used List" feature to search for the object by its type and name. This will help you identify where the object is used and if it exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Object Existence:
  
  Verify that the object you are trying to access actually exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the appropriate transaction (e.g., SE38 for programs, SE37 for function modules, SE24 for classes).
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the object. You may need to contact your SAP security team to verify your permissions.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the object is part of a transport request, check if the transport has been successfully imported into the target system. You can use transaction STMS to manage transport requests.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the object type or name, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with a colleague who may have more experience with the specific object.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE38: ABAP Editor (for programs)
  SE37: Function Builder (for function modules)
  SE24: Class Builder (for classes)
  STMS: Transport Management System
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the error message or the object you are working with.
  
  
  SAP Community: You can also search the SAP Community forums for discussions related to SOTR_MESS048, as other users may have encountered similar issues and shared their solutions.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the SOTR_MESS048 error message.