How To Fix WJ013 - The object specified in the message could not be read

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WJ - Additionals

• Message number: 013

• Message text: The object specified in the message could not be read

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WJ013 - The object specified in the message could not be read ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WJ013: "The object specified in the message could not be read":
  
  Error Message:
  WJ013 - The object specified in the message could not be read
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when SAP tries to access or read an object (such as a message, IDoc, or data object) but fails because:
  
  The object does not exist or has been deleted.
  The object is corrupted or incomplete.
  There is a mismatch or inconsistency in the object’s metadata or identifiers.
  Authorization issues prevent reading the object.
  The object is locked or currently being processed by another user or process.
  The object resides in a system or client where it is not available or not properly configured.
  
  In the context of IDocs or ALE (Application Link Enabling), this error often appears when the system cannot find the IDoc or the message type specified.
  
  Typical Scenarios:
  
  When processing inbound or outbound IDocs, and the system cannot find the IDoc number or message type.
  When trying to display or process a message that has been deleted or is not yet created.
  When a program or function module tries to read an object that is not available in the database.
  
  
  Solution / Troubleshooting Steps:
  
  
  Verify Object Existence:
  
  Check if the object (e.g., IDoc, message, or data record) actually exists in the system.
  Use transaction codes like WE02 or WE05 for IDocs to verify the presence and status of the IDoc.
  For other objects, use appropriate display or search transactions.
  
  
  
  Check Object Identifiers:
  
  Ensure that the correct object number, message type, or key is being used.
  Validate that the object identifiers passed to the function/module are correct and consistent.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user or process has the necessary authorizations to read the object.
  Use transaction SU53 after the error occurs to check for missing authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check if the object is locked by another process.
  If locked, wait for the lock to be released or investigate the locking process.
  
  
  
  Check ALE/IDoc Configuration:
  
  If the error occurs during ALE or IDoc processing, verify the partner profiles (WE20), message types, and distribution model (BD64).
  Ensure that the message type and object type are correctly configured and active.
  
  
  
  Check for Corruption or Incomplete Data:
  
  Sometimes objects can be partially created or corrupted.
  Recreate or reprocess the object if possible.
  
  
  
  Review Logs and Dumps:
  
  Check system logs (SM21), application logs (SLG1), and short dumps (ST22) for related error details.
  These may provide more context on why the object could not be read.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to message WJ013.
  Sometimes specific patches or corrections are available.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE02 / WE05 - IDoc display and monitoring.
  WE20 - Partner profiles.
  BD64 - Distribution model.
  SM12 - Lock entries.
  SU53 - Authorization check.
  ST22 - ABAP runtime errors.
  SM21 - System log.
  SLG1 - Application log.
  
  
  
  Common Contexts:
  
  IDoc processing errors.
  ALE message processing.
  Data replication or interface errors.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for your specific SAP version and module for any known issues related to WJ013.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., module, transaction, or scenario where the error occurs), I can help tailor the solution further.