How To Fix SWB_OBJ_OPERATION104 - Data on object type or object name is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWB_OBJ_OPERATION - Messages in WB object operation

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Data on object type or object name is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWB_OBJ_OPERATION104 - Data on object type or object name is missing ?

  The SAP error message SWB_OBJ_OPERATION104, which states "Data on object type or object name is missing," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Business Workflow or when dealing with workflow-related objects. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary data related to a specific object type or object name that is required for processing.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Object Definition: The object type or object name that the workflow is trying to access may not be defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the workflow settings or in the object type definitions.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the workflow may not have the necessary authorizations to access the object type or name.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data stored in the database, leading to missing references.
  Transport Issues: If the workflow was transported from one system to another, some objects may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Object Definitions: Verify that the object type and object name are correctly defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction codes (e.g., SWO1 for object types).
  Review Workflow Configuration: Ensure that the workflow is correctly configured and that all necessary objects are included. Check the workflow definition for any missing or incorrect references.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object type or name. You can use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the workflow and related objects to identify any inconsistencies. You can use transaction SWI1 to check for workflow instances and their statuses.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and correctly transported.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWB_WORKFLOW: Workflow management.
  SWO1: Object type maintenance.
  SWI1: Work item selection.
  SWI2_FREQ: Work item selection for frequency.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to SWB_OBJ_OPERATION104 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for workflows and object types for more detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Workflow team for further investigation.