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 MIME object.
  Use the appropriate transaction or tool to upload the file again.
  
  
  
  Check the URL or Object ID:
  
  Ensure the URL or the identifier used to access the MIME object is correct.
  Correct any typos or wrong references in the program or configuration.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user or service accessing the MIME object has the necessary authorizations.
  Check roles and authorizations related to MIME repository access.
  
  
  
  Check MIME Repository Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks or repair tools if available.
  Sometimes, a system refresh or transport might have caused inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Check ICF Services:
  
  If the MIME object is accessed via HTTP(S), ensure the relevant ICF services are active and correctly configured.
  Use transaction SICF to check and activate services.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  MIME Repository in SAP: Stores static files like images, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and other media used by SAP Web Dynpro, BSP applications, or other UI technologies.
  Transactions:
  
  SE80: Object Navigator to browse MIME objects.
  SMW0: Manage MIME objects.
  SICF: Internet Communication Framework, manage HTTP services.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP OSS notes for any known bugs or patches related to MIME repository issues.
  Authorization Objects: Check objects like S_ICF for ICF service access and S_MIME for MIME repository access.
  
  
  If the problem persists after these checks, consider enabling detailed logging or tracing to capture more information about the failed access and consult SAP support with the trace logs and system details.