How To Fix AU137 - Server group &1 is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AU - FI-AA utility program error messages

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Server group &1 is not defined

What causes this issue?

The server group &V1& is not defined.

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?

Create server group &V1& or specify an existing server group.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AU137 - Server group &1 is not defined ?

  The SAP error message AU137 indicates that a server group specified in your configuration is not defined in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's application server configuration, particularly when dealing with load balancing or when trying to access a specific server group that has not been set up correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Server Group: The server group referenced in the configuration does not exist in the SAP system.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the server group name in the configuration settings.
  Configuration Issues: The server group may not have been created or properly configured in the SAP system.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, the server group may not have been included in the transport.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Server Group Definition:
  
  Go to transaction SMLG (Load Balancing) in the SAP GUI.
  Verify if the server group mentioned in the error message is listed. If it is not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create Server Group:
  
  If the server group does not exist, you can create it in transaction SMLG.
  Define the server group and add the necessary application servers to it.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Review the configuration settings where the server group is referenced and ensure there are no typos or incorrect references.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the configuration was transported, ensure that the transport request included the server group definition. If not, you may need to transport it again or create it manually.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on configuring server groups and load balancing.
  
  
  
  System Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to create or modify server groups, contact your SAP system administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SMLG: Load Balancing - to manage server groups.
  SMLT: Load Balancing - to view and manage load balancing settings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to server group configurations.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AU137 error and ensure that your server group is properly defined and configured in the SAP system.