SAP S/4HANA Error 2579: Invalid Catalog Object Reference

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Description

Error 2579, 'ERR_CATALOG_INVALID_REFERENCE', indicates that a catalog object within SAP S/4HANA contains a reference (address) that is either invalid or corrupted. This typically occurs when the system attempts to access a linked resource or item that no longer exists at the specified location or has been improperly modified, pointing to underlying data integrity issues within the catalog.

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Error Message

ERR_CATALOG_INVALID_REFERENCE

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Known Causes

4 known causes

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Data Corruption

Unexpected system failures, hardware issues, or database inconsistencies can lead to the corruption of catalog object references, making them unresolvable.

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Incomplete Data Migration

During system upgrades, data imports, or migrations, catalog references might not be properly updated or mapped, resulting in broken or invalid pointers.

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Manual Data Manipulation

Incorrect or unauthorized manual modifications to catalog entries or their underlying data can inadvertently corrupt or invalidate object references.

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Missing Referenced Objects

A linked object that a catalog entry references may have been accidentally deleted or moved without the corresponding catalog entry being updated, leading to a broken link.

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Solutions

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Detailed step-by-step solutions for this error are being prepared. In the meantime, try these general troubleshooting tips:

General Troubleshooting Tips

Check the error message carefully for specific details
Review recent changes that might have caused the error
Search for the exact error code in the official documentation
Check log files for additional context
Try restarting the application or service

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