How To Fix XI004 - Object & not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XI - Message class for Workbench interface

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Object & not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XI004 - Object & not found ?

  The SAP error message XI004 "Object & not found" typically indicates that the system is unable to locate a specific object, such as a message type, interface, or mapping, that is required for processing. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP Process Integration (PI) or SAP Exchange Infrastructure (XI).
  Causes:
  
  Missing Object: The object referenced in the error message does not exist in the system. This could be due to deletion or it never being created.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings may point to an object that is not correctly defined or has been moved.
  Transport Issues: If the object was transported from one system to another, it may not have been transported correctly or may be missing in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the object.
  Namespace Issues: The object may exist in a different namespace than expected.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Object Existence: Check if the object (e.g., message type, interface, mapping) exists in the relevant repository. You can do this by navigating to the Integration Repository in SAP PI/PO.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the Integration Directory to ensure that they are pointing to the correct objects.
  Transport Check: If the object was recently transported, verify that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to access the object. You may need to consult with your security team.
  Namespace Verification: Confirm that the object is in the expected namespace. If it is in a different namespace, you may need to adjust your configuration accordingly.
  Recreate Object: If the object is missing and cannot be found, you may need to recreate it in the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SXMB_MONI for monitoring messages, SXI_MONITOR for integration monitoring, and SPRO for configuration settings.
  Logs and Traces: Check the logs and traces for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context about the issue.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for PI/PO for guidance on object management and troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the XI004 error and implement a solution to resolve it.