How To Fix TR741 - Object does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TR - Change and Transport System

• Message number: 741

• Message text: Object does not exist

What causes this issue?

The object directory entry (TADIR) for an object cannot be created
because the object does not exist yet.

System Response

The function continues.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TR741 - Object does not exist ?

  The SAP error message TR741 ("Object does not exist") typically occurs in the context of Transport Management System (TMS) when you are trying to transport an object that the system cannot find. This can happen for various reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Object Deletion: The object you are trying to transport may have been deleted or does not exist in the source system.
  Incorrect Transport Request: The transport request may not contain the object you are trying to transport, or it may be incorrectly configured.
  Transport Directory Issues: There may be issues with the transport directory or the transport files may be missing or corrupted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the object or the transport request.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the Transport Management System that prevent the object from being recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Object Existence: Check if the object exists in the source system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using SE80 (Object Navigator) to search for the object.
  Check Transport Request: Ensure that the transport request you are using contains the object. You can do this by checking the contents of the transport request in transaction SE09 or SE10.
  Recreate the Object: If the object has been deleted, you may need to recreate it in the source system and then add it to a transport request.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object and the transport request. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Transport Directory Check: Verify the transport directory settings and ensure that the transport files are present and not corrupted. You can check the transport directory in the file system of the SAP application server.
  TMS Configuration: Review the TMS configuration to ensure that it is set up correctly. You can do this in transaction STMS.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE09/SE10: Transport Organizer
  SE80: Object Navigator
  STMS: Transport Management System
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to transport errors.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Transport Management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.