How To Fix W3_API403 - Content of MIME object does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W3_API - WAB: API Messages

• Message number: 403

• Message text: Content of MIME object does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W3_API403 - Content of MIME object does not exist ?

  The SAP error message W3_API403: Content of MIME object does not exist typically occurs when an application or user tries to access a MIME object (such as a file, image, or other media stored in the SAP MIME repository) that is not found or has been deleted.
  
  Cause
  
  The MIME object (file or content) requested does not exist in the MIME repository.
  The MIME object might have been deleted or never uploaded.
  Incorrect MIME object ID or URL used to access the content.
  Authorization issues might sometimes cause this error if the system cannot retrieve the content due to missing permissions.
  The MIME repository might be inconsistent or corrupted.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Verify MIME Object Existence:
  
  Check if the MIME object exists in the MIME repository.
  Use transaction SE80 or SICF to browse the MIME repository and verify the object.
  Alternatively, use transaction SMW0 (SAP Office: Maintain MIME Objects) to check the object.
  
  
  
  Re-upload the MIME Object:
  
  If the object is missing, re-upload the required