Object variable or with block variable not set - Save Structure Import Specification or Lookup Table

Troubleshooting

Problem

User attempts to create a new (or modify an existing) 'Structure Import Specification' or 'Lookup Table'. User presses 'save' button. User receives error message.

Symptom

Information
Standard Error
Source: ControllerProxyClient
Description: System.Web.Services.Protocols.SoapException: Server was unable to process request. --> System.Runtime.InteropServices.COMException (0x800A005B): Object variable or With block variable not set
at FrDIBT.DIdefineTClass.CheckForVarOrFieldCycles(String& sGuid, String&sUser, String& sSpec, ...
<...>
--- End of inner exception stack trace ---
OK

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Document Information

More support for:
IBM Cognos Controller

Software version:
8.4, 8.3, 8.2, 8.1

Operating system(s):
Windows

Document number:
374367

Modified date:
08 May 2025

UID

swg21346946

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