/BOBF/CONF164 - &1 does not exist in an active version

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/CONF -

• Message number: 164

• Message text: &1 does not exist in an active version

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/CONF164 - &1 does not exist in an active version ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/CONF164 &1 does not exist in an active version typically occurs in the context of the Business Object Processing Framework (BOPF) when trying to access a business object that is not available in the active version. This can happen for several reasons, and here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Inactive Business Object Version: The business object you are trying to access may not have an active version. This can happen if the object was created but not activated.
  Transport Issues: If the business object was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), it may not have been activated in the target system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the BOPF settings that prevent the object from being recognized as active.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the business object, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Active Versions:
  
  Go to the BOPF configuration transaction (e.g., BOBF or SE80) and check if the business object exists and is active. You can do this by navigating to the relevant business object and checking its versions.
  If the object is inactive, activate it.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the object was recently transported, ensure that the transport was successful and that the object is activated in the target system.
  You can check the transport logs for any errors related to the business object.
  
  
  
  Re-activate the Business Object:
  
  If the object is already active but still causing issues, try deactivating and then reactivating it. This can sometimes resolve inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the business object. You can check this in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the code that is trying to access the business object to identify where the failure occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific business object or BOPF framework.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for BOPF to understand how business objects are managed and activated.
  Community Forums: Look for discussions in SAP Community or other forums where similar issues may have been addressed.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.