How To Fix 00163 - Client & is not available in this system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 00 -

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Client & is not available in this system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 00163 - Client & is not available in this system ?

  The SAP error message "00163 Client & is not available in this system" typically indicates that the client you are trying to access does not exist in the SAP system you are logged into. This can happen for several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Non-existent Client: The client number you are trying to access has not been created in the system.
  Client Deletion: The client may have been deleted or is not active.
  Incorrect Client Number: There may be a typo or mistake in the client number you are entering.
  System Configuration: The system may not be configured to allow access to that particular client.
  Transport Issues: If the client was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Client Number: Double-check the client number you are trying to access for any typographical errors.
  Check Client Configuration:
  Use transaction code SCC4 to check the list