How To Fix 5W111 - Record does not exist on the database, so update is not possible

5W111 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5W - Messages for PD (Particularly Workflow)

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Record does not exist on the database, so update is not possible

What causes this issue?

The data record you have chosen does not exist (yet) on the database.
For this reason, it cannot be changed or deleted.
This situation can arise if you have not yet saved changed data, for
example.

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?

Save the data before repeating the operation.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5W111 - Record does not exist on the database, so update is not possible ?

  The SAP error message 5W111 ("Record does not exist on the database, so update is not possible") typically occurs when an attempt is made to update a record in the database that does not exist. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to modify a document, a master data record, or any other database entry.
  Causes:
  
  Record Deletion: The record you are trying to update may have been deleted by another user or process.
  Incorrect Key: The key or identifier used to access the record may be incorrect, leading to a situation where the system cannot find the record.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the system is integrated with other systems, there may be synchronization issues causing discrepancies in the data.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or update the record, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  Database Issues: There could be underlying database