How To Fix TK162 - Object &1 &2 &3 is not entered in the object directory

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TK - Transport Organizer

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Object &1 &2 &3 is not entered in the object directory

What causes this issue?

The request/task contains objects requiring an entry in the object
directory (TADIR). No such entry exists.

System Response

The function terminates and may have to be repeated.

How to fix this error?

Carry out the following steps:
Call the Transport Organizer (SE09) and go to the request overview with
the <LS>Display</> function.
Position the cursor on the relevant request/task and select
<LS>Request/task</> -><LS>Object list</> -> <LS>Lock objects
</>.
The objects that have no object directory entry are shown.
If object directory entries are missing, position the cursor on the
object in question in the editor of your task/request.
Then choose <LS>Utilities</> -> <LS>Object directory entry</>.
Maintain the object directory entry in the screen that appears. Save
your changes.
If the object directory entry has been maintained for all objects, you
can repeat your function.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TK162 - Object &1 &2 &3 is not entered in the object directory ?

  The SAP error message TK162 indicates that a specific object (identified by the parameters &1, &2, and &3) is not found in the object directory. This typically occurs in the context of transport management, where the system is unable to locate the specified object in the transport directory.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Object in Transport Directory: The object you are trying to transport or access is not registered in the transport directory. This can happen if the object was not properly created or if it was deleted.
  Transport Request Issues: The transport request that is supposed to include the object may not have been released or may have been incorrectly configured.
  Development Environment Issues: If you are working in a development environment, the object may not have been created or saved correctly.
  Transport Layer Configuration: There may be issues with the transport layer configuration that prevent the object from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Existence: Verify that the object exists in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant transaction or using the appropriate object management tools.
  Transport Request: Ensure that the object is included in a transport request. If it is not, you may need to add it to a transport request and release it.
  Recreate the Object: If the object is missing, you may need to recreate it in the development environment and ensure it is saved correctly.
  Check Transport Directory: Use transaction SE01 or SE09 to check the transport requests and ensure that the object is listed there.
  Transport Layer Configuration: Review the transport layer configuration in transaction STMS to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or support for further troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE01 - Transport Organizer
  SE09 - Workbench Organizer
  STMS - Transport Management System
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transport Management: Familiarize yourself with the transport management process in SAP, including how to create, release, and import transport requests.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.