BL206 - Object &1 or subobject &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BL - Application Log

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Object &1 or subobject &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BL206 - Object &1 or subobject &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message BL206 indicates that the specified object or subobject does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of Business Warehouse (BW) or Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) when trying to access or manipulate a data object that is not defined or has been deleted.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Object: The object (e.g., InfoObject, DataSource, etc.) or subobject you are trying to access has not been created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Naming: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the object or subobject reference.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified object.
  Transport Issues: If the object was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  Configuration Issues: The object may not be properly configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Object Existence: Check if the object and subobject exist in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., RSA1 for InfoObjects) and searching for the object.
  Check Naming: Ensure that the names of the object and subobject are spelled correctly and match what is defined in the system.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object. You may need to consult with your security team to verify this.
  Transport Check: If the object was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully imported and activated.
  Recreate Object: If the object does not exist, you may need to recreate it based on the requirements.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the specific object type to ensure it is set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSO2 (DataSource Maintenance), and others depending on the context of the error.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message BL206.
  System Logs: Review system logs (SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the BL206 error and implement a solution to resolve it.