How To Fix COM_ALTER_IDENT047 - ID type &1 has errors or does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_ALTER_IDENT - Messages for Alternative Identifiers

• Message number: 047

• Message text: ID type &1 has errors or does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_ALTER_IDENT047 - ID type &1 has errors or does not exist ?

  The SAP error message COM_ALTER_IDENT047 indicates that there is an issue with the ID type specified in your operation. This error typically arises in the context of working with identification types in SAP, particularly when altering or managing master data.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent ID Type: The ID type specified in the operation does not exist in the system.
  Errors in ID Type: The ID type exists but has errors or is not properly configured.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the specified ID type.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the ID type, such as missing or incorrect entries in related tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify ID Type: Check if the ID type specified in the operation exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration or master data area in SAP.
  Check Configuration: If the ID type exists, ensure that it is correctly configured. Look for any missing or incorrect settings that could lead to errors.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the operation has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the ID type.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the data related to the ID type. This may involve checking related tables and ensuring that all necessary entries are present and correct.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the ID type and the context in which the error occurred.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to check or modify ID types (e.g., transaction codes related to master data management).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or discussion boards for similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement an appropriate solution.