How To Fix UDM_WD_MSG017 - Linked object of type &1 cannot be displayed

UDM_WD_MSG017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UDM_WD_MSG - FSCM-DM: Messages for Web Dynpro UI

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Linked object of type &1 cannot be displayed

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UDM_WD_MSG017 - Details

• The SAP error message UDM_WD_MSG017 indicates that a linked object of a specific type cannot be displayed. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Customer Relationship Management (CRM) or SAP's SAP S/4HANA systems, particularly when dealing with linked objects in the context of business documents, transactions, or data records.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the linked object.
  Object Not Found: The linked object may not exist in the system, possibly due to deletion or incorrect references.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration that prevent the system from retrieving the linked object.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues such as system errors, network problems, or issues with the underlying database.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the linked