How To Fix WES_OUTBOUND033 - Business object &1 is not defined in customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WES_OUTBOUND - Messages for Outbound Services

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Business object &1 is not defined in customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WES_OUTBOUND033 - Business object &1 is not defined in customizing ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WES_OUTBOUND033 Business object &1 is not defined in customizing
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when the system tries to process or send an outbound message related to a Business Object (BO) that has not been properly defined or maintained in the SAP customizing settings. Specifically, the BO is missing in the configuration for the outbound processing in the relevant middleware or integration scenario (e.g., SAP PI/PO, SAP Process Integration, or ALE/IDoc distribution).
  In other words, the system expects a certain Business Object to be configured for outbound processing, but it cannot find the necessary customizing entries for it.
  
  Where it typically occurs:
  
  In ALE/IDoc distribution scenarios.
  In SAP PI/PO or SAP Process Integration when outbound messages are generated.
  In scenarios involving Business Object Repository (BOR) and workflow outbound processing.
  When using SAP Business Workflow or Event Linkage where outbound processing is triggered.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Object Customizing:
  
  Go to transaction SWO1 (Business Object Builder).
  Verify if the Business Object mentioned in the error message (&1 will be replaced by the actual BO name) exists.
  If it does not exist, you need to create or import the BO.
  
  
  
  Maintain Outbound Processing Settings:
  
  For ALE/IDoc:
  
  Use transaction WE20 (Partner Profiles) and check if the outbound parameters for the BO are maintained.
  Use transaction BD54 to check if the logical system is assigned to the message type related to the BO.
  
  
  For workflow or event linkage:
  
  Use transaction SWETYPV to check if the event type related to the BO is maintained.
  Use transaction SWEC to check event linkage and outbound processing settings.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Integration or Middleware Configuration:
  
  If using SAP PI/PO or Process Integration, ensure that the Business Object is correctly mapped and configured in the integration directory.
  Check if the outbound service or interface is properly defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Transport and System Consistency:
  
  Sometimes the BO is defined in one system but missing in another (e.g., development vs. production).
  Ensure that the customizing and BO definitions are transported correctly across systems.
  
  
  
  Re-import or Re-generate Business Object:
  
  If the BO is standard but missing, try re-importing the BOR object or re-generating the object in SWO1.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWO1 - Business Object Builder
  WE20 - Partner Profiles (for ALE/IDoc)
  BD54 - Maintain Logical Systems for ALE
  SWETYPV - Maintain Event Types
  SWEC - Event Linkage
  WE02 / WE05 - IDoc monitoring
  
  
  
  Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to the specific BO or integration scenario.
  Review SAP Help Portal documentation on Business Objects and ALE/IDoc configuration.
  
  
  
  Common Scenarios:
  
  Missing or incorrect configuration after system upgrade or transport.
  Custom Business Objects not properly registered.
  Middleware interface changes not reflected in SAP customizing.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  The error WES_OUTBOUND033 Business object &1 is not defined in customizing means the system cannot find the configuration for the specified Business Object in the outbound processing setup. To fix it, verify and maintain the BO in SWO1, ensure outbound parameters and event linkages are correctly configured, and check integration middleware settings. Transport consistency and re-importing the BO may also be necessary.