How To Fix VB848 - The BOR object type of & could not be identified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VB - Sales Documents: Logical Databases and Views

• Message number: 848

• Message text: The BOR object type of & could not be identified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VB848 - The BOR object type of & could not be identified ?

  The SAP error message VB848 indicates that the Business Object Repository (BOR) object type specified could not be identified. This typically occurs in the context of workflows or when using Business Object types in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Object Type: The object type specified in the workflow or function module does not exist or is misspelled.
  Missing Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified BOR object type.
  Object Type Not Activated: The BOR object type may not be activated in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the object type was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Type: Verify that the object type specified in the error message is correct. You can do this by checking the object type in transaction SWO1 (Business Object Builder).
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the BOR object type. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Activate Object Type: If the object type is not activated, you can activate it in transaction SWO1. Look for the object type and ensure it is active.
  Transport Verification: If the object type was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure it was successfully imported. You may need to re-import or activate the object type.
  Check Dependencies: Sometimes, the object type may depend on other objects. Ensure that all related objects are also activated and available.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWO1: Business Object Builder
  SWO2: Business Object Repository
  SWU3: Automatic Workflow Customizing
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Business Object Repository and Workflow for more detailed information on how to manage and troubleshoot BOR objects.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the BOR object types or the error message VB848.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance, as they may have more insights into the specific configuration of your SAP environment.