How To Fix CM_EAM_TL_API167 - Task list alternative &1/&2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EAM_TL_API - Message class for eam task list API

• Message number: 167

• Message text: Task list alternative &1/&2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EAM_TL_API167 - Task list alternative &1/&2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CM_EAM_TL_API167 indicates that a specific task list alternative does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to access or manipulate a task list that has not been defined or is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Task List: The task list alternative you are trying to access (identified by &1 for the task list and &2 for the alternative) does not exist in the database.
  Incorrect Input: There may be a typo or incorrect input in the task list or alternative number.
  Data Deletion: The task list may have been deleted or not created yet.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the task list.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Task List and Alternative:
  
  Check if the task list and alternative you are trying to access actually exist in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., IL03 for displaying task lists) and entering the task list and alternative numbers.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Task List:
  
  If the task list does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., IL01 for creating task lists).
  If it exists but is not correctly configured, you may need to modify it.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Ensure that there are no typographical errors in the task list or alternative numbers you are entering.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the task list. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator to verify your permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on task lists and their management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IL01 (Create Task List), IL02 (Change Task List), IL03 (Display Task List), and IL04 (Delete Task List).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to task lists and this specific error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Community forums for additional assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message CM_EAM_TL_API167 and successfully work with task lists in SAP.