How To Fix 5A262 - &1 &2 in status &3 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5A - Basis Personnel Management

• Message number: 262

• Message text: &1 &2 in status &3 does not exist

What causes this issue?

It is not possible to create the requested relationship since the
objects concerned are not in the status specified.

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 5A262 - &1 &2 in status &3 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message 5A262 typically indicates that a specific object (like a document, transaction, or record) does not exist in the system. The placeholders &1, &2, and &3 represent specific details about the object that is being referenced, such as its type, ID, or status.
  Cause:
  
  
  Non-Existent Object: The most common cause is that the object you are trying to access or manipulate does not exist in the database. This could be due to:
  
  The object was never created.
  The object was deleted or archived.
  A typo in the object ID or name.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Status: The status indicated by &3 may not be valid for the object you are trying to access. This could happen if the object is in a different status than expected.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or manipulate the object, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Object Existence: Check if the object (referenced by &1 and &2) actually exists in the system. You can do this by:
  
  Using transaction codes relevant to the object type (e.g., SE11 for database tables, SE80 for development objects).
  Searching for the object using the appropriate search functions.
  
  
  
  Check Object Status: If the object exists, verify its status. Ensure that the status indicated by &3 is valid for the operation you are trying to perform.
  
  
  Correct Input: If you find that there is a typo or incorrect input, correct it and try again.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the object. If not, contact your system administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the error persists, consult SAP documentation or support resources for more specific guidance related to the object type you are dealing with.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the object type, you may need to use specific transaction codes to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the error message 5A262.