How To Fix UPS238 - Object key &1, '&2 (&3)' is incomplete

UPS238 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPS - ALE Distribution Packet

• Message number: 238

• Message text: Object key &1, '&2 (&3)' is incomplete

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPS238 - Object key &1, '&2 (&3)' is incomplete ?

  The SAP error message UPS238 indicates that there is an issue with an object key that is considered incomplete. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Universal Worklist (UWL) or when dealing with business objects in the SAP system.
  
  Cause:
  The error message UPS238 can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Incomplete Object Key: The object key provided does not have all the required components. For example, if the object key is expected to have a certain format or specific fields, and one or more of these fields are missing or incorrectly formatted, this error will be triggered.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the underlying data in the database, such as missing entries or inconsistencies that prevent the system from recognizing the object key as valid.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the UWL or the specific business object may not be set up correctly, leading to incomplete object keys being