How To Fix TR261 - Object & of type & is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TR - Change and Transport System

• Message number: 261

• Message text: Object & of type & is not defined

What causes this issue?

The maintenance and transport object &V1& of type &V2& is not contained
in the object tables.

System Response

The function selected was terminated.

How to fix this error?

Create the object with transaction SOBJ.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TR261 - Object & of type & is not defined ?

  The SAP error message TR261, which states "Object & of type & is not defined," typically occurs in the context of transport requests or when dealing with transport objects in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specific object that is expected to be defined in the transport request.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Object: The object referenced in the transport request may not exist in the system. This could happen if the object was deleted or never created.
  Transport Request Issues: The transport request may not have been properly released or may be in an inconsistent state.
  Incorrect Object Type: The object type specified in the transport request may not match the actual object type in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the object.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the transport management system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Object Existence: Verify that the object mentioned in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant transaction or using SE80 (Object Navigator).
  Review Transport Request: Ensure that the transport request is correctly configured and that all necessary objects are included. You can check the transport request in transaction SE09 or SE10.
  Release Transport Request: If the transport request is not released, try releasing it and then re-importing it.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Consult Transport Logs: Review the transport logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Recreate the Object: If the object is missing and cannot be found, you may need to recreate it in the system.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE09 (Transport Organizer), SE10 (Transport Organizer - Workbench), SE80 (Object Navigator).
  Transport Management System (TMS): Understanding how TMS works can help in troubleshooting transport-related issues.
  Authorization Checks: Familiarize yourself with authorization objects and roles in SAP to ensure proper access rights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the TR261 error in your SAP system.