/BOBF/COM_GEN_MODEL521 - Object type name could not be determined by ID Builder

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/COM_GEN_MODEL -

• Message number: 521

• Message text: Object type name could not be determined by ID Builder

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/COM_GEN_MODEL521 - Object type name could not be determined by ID Builder ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/COM_GEN_MODEL521 indicates that the system is unable to determine the object type name based on the ID Builder. This error typically occurs in the context of the Business Object Processing Framework (BOPF) when there is an issue with the configuration or definition of the business object.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The business object may not be properly configured in the BOPF framework. This could include missing definitions or incorrect settings in the object type.
  Transport Issues: If the object was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may be inconsistencies or missing components in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the object type, leading to the inability to retrieve its name.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the underlying data model or database that prevent the system from resolving the object type.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the business object in the BOPF framework. Ensure that all necessary components are defined correctly.
  
  Use transaction code BOPF to access the BOPF configuration and verify the object type settings.
  
  
  
  Transport Validation: If the object was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings. Ensure that all necessary components were included in the transport request.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the appropriate authorizations to access the business object. You can use transaction code SU53 to check for authorization issues after the error occurs.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the BOPF framework to identify where the resolution of the object type is failing. This may require technical expertise in ABAP and the BOPF framework.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to BOPF and the specific business object you are working with. There may be known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context to help them diagnose the problem.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOPF Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the BOPF framework and its components. SAP provides extensive documentation on how to configure and use BOPF.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can share their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.