How To Fix VCH_L2A_WORKBENCH005 - Profile with object id &1 not found in the transition tables

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VCH_L2A_WORKBENCH - VCH Transition Workbench Message Class

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Profile with object id &1 not found in the transition tables

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VCH_L2A_WORKBENCH005 - Profile with object id &1 not found in the transition tables ?

  The SAP error message VCH_L2A_WORKBENCH005 indicates that a specific profile with the given object ID could not be found in the transition tables. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Variant Configuration (VC) or when working with specific profiles in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Profile: The profile with the specified object ID does not exist in the transition tables. This could be due to a configuration error or the profile not being created or activated properly.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables that are supposed to link the object ID to its profile.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the profile, leading to the error.
  Transport Issues: If the profile was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to missing entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Profile Existence: Verify that the profile with the specified object ID exists in the relevant transition tables. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to check the relevant tables.
  Create/Activate Profile: If the profile does not exist, you may need to create it or activate it if it is in a draft state. This can typically be done in the configuration settings for Variant Configuration.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks to ensure that all necessary data is present and correctly linked. This may involve checking related tables and ensuring that all necessary entries are in place.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the profile. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Transport Review: If the issue arose after a transport, review the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and correctly imported into the target system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE16: Data Browser
  VC Configuration: Transaction codes related to Variant Configuration (e.g., CU50 for configuration profiles).
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Variant Configuration and profiles to understand the expected setup and configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.