How To Fix SOTR_MESS231 - Object &1 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 231

• Message text: Object &1 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SOTR_MESS231 - Object &1 not found ?

  The SAP error message SOTR_MESS231, which states "Object &1 not found," typically occurs when the system is unable to locate a specific object that is referenced in a transaction or process. This can happen for various reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Object Deletion: The object you are trying to access may have been deleted or is no longer available in the system.
  Incorrect Object Name: The name or identifier of the object may have been entered incorrectly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the object.
  Transport Issues: If the object was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or may be missing in the target system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that are preventing the object from being found.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Object Existence: Check if the object actually exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes relevant to the object type (e.g., SE11 for database tables, SE80 for development objects).
  Check Object Name: Ensure that the object name or identifier is correct and matches what is expected in the system.
  Review Authorizations: Make sure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object. You can check this using transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Transport Check: If the object was recently transported, verify that the transport request was successfully imported and that all dependencies are met.
  Consult Documentation: Look for any relevant documentation or notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify the root cause.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search for SOTR_MESS231 in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as SE80 (Object Navigator), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE37 (Function Modules).
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.