How To Fix 5A117 - Function does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5A - Basis Personnel Management

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Function does not exist

What causes this issue?

The function you have chosen is not available. There are two possible
reasons for this.
There are no editing functions defined for the catalog type in the
catalog definition.
A form routine used in the program that calls the function cannot be
found.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5A117 - Function does not exist ?

  The SAP error message 5A117 - Function does not exist typically indicates that the system is unable to find a specific function module, method, or transaction that you are trying to execute. This can occur for several reasons, and here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Function Name: The function name you are trying to call may be misspelled or does not exist in the system.
  Missing Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the function.
  Transport Issues: If the function was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  System Configuration: The function may not be available in the current system configuration or version.
  Namespace Issues: If the function is part of a specific namespace, it may not be accessible due to configuration settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Function Name: Verify that the function name is spelled correctly and exists in the system. You can use transaction SE37 (Function Builder) to search for the function.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the function. You can check this using transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Transport Verification: If the function was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure it was imported successfully. You can use transaction STMS to review transport requests.
  System Configuration: Consult with your SAP Basis team to ensure that the function is available in your system version and configuration.
  Namespace Check: If the function is part of a specific namespace, ensure that the namespace is correctly configured and accessible.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE37: Function Builder - to check if the function exists.
  SU53: Authorization Check - to analyze authorization issues.
  ST22: Dump Analysis - to check for any runtime errors related to the function.
  STMS: Transport Management System - to manage transport requests.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the specific module or function you are working with to ensure you are using it correctly.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.