How To Fix 0K520 - Program & for layout & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 0K - Messages for "General List Modules"

• Message number: 520

• Message text: Program & for layout & does not exist

What causes this issue?

The key with which a display variant is to be saved is specified in
structure IS_VARIANT. The key consists of the attributes REPORT, HANDLE,
and LOG_GROUP. The REPORT attribute must be specified and must have a
unique value. We therefore recommend that you use the program name of
the report in which the ALV has been embedded. This ensures that other
programs do not use the same key for their layouts.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 0K520 - Program & for layout & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message "0K520 Program & for layout & does not exist" typically occurs when there is an issue with a report or layout that is being called in the SAP system. This error indicates that the specified program or layout cannot be found in the system. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Program or Layout: The program or layout specified in the report does not exist in the SAP system. This could be due to deletion or incorrect configuration.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified program or layout.
  Transport Issues: If the program or layout was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or may be missing in the target system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The report or layout may be incorrectly configured, pointing to a non-existent program or layout.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Program/Layout Existence:
  
  Use transaction code SE38 (ABAP Editor) to check if the program exists.
  Use transaction code SE78 (SAP Archive Link) or SFP (Form Builder) to check if the layout exists.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the program or layout. This can be checked using transaction code SU53 (Authorization Check) after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the program or layout was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was transported successfully. You can use transaction code SE09 or SE10 to view transport requests.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Layout:
  
  If the layout is missing, you may need to recreate it using the appropriate tools (e.g., Smart Forms, SAPscript).
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the report or layout to ensure that they are pointing to the correct program or layout.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the report or layout in question.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE38: ABAP Editor
  SE78: SAP Archive Link
  SFP: Form Builder
  SU53: Authorization Check
  SE09/SE10: Transport Organizer
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific program or layout.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP's support portal for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.