How To Fix SPPF_DET173 - Application object does not exist - Action to be deleted

SPPF_DET173 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPPF_DET - PPF: Determination Technology

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Application object does not exist - Action to be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPPF_DET173 - Application object does not exist - Action to be deleted ?

  The SAP error message SPPF_DET173 indicates that an application object you are trying to delete does not exist. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Business Workflow or when dealing with application objects in the SAP system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Object: The application object you are trying to delete has already been deleted or never existed in the first place.
  Incorrect Object Reference: The object reference you are using may be incorrect or malformed.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary permissions to view or delete the object.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or application layer that prevent the system from recognizing the object.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Object Existence: Check if the application object you are trying to delete actually exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes relevant to the object type (e.g., SE11 for Data Dictionary objects, SE80 for development objects).
  
  
  Check Object Reference: Ensure that