How To Fix COM_CATEGORY016 - Set type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_CATEGORY - Category

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Set type &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_CATEGORY016 - Set type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message COM_CATEGORY016 indicates that a specific set type (in this case, identified by &1) does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost objects, cost centers, or other related components.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Set Type: The set type referenced in the error message has not been defined in the system. This could be due to a configuration oversight or an incomplete implementation.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may be looking for a set type that has been incorrectly configured or deleted.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, the transport might not have included the necessary set type definitions.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the set type, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Set Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and navigate to the relevant configuration area for the set types.
  Verify if the set type exists and is correctly configured. If it does not exist, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create the Set Type:
  
  If the set type is indeed missing, you can create it using the appropriate configuration settings in the SPRO transaction.
  Ensure that you follow the correct steps to define the set type, including specifying the necessary attributes.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that the set type was included in the transport request.
  If it was not included, you may need to create a new transport request that includes the missing set type.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the set type. You may need to consult with your security team to verify and adjust authorizations as needed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific set type you are working with. There may be additional guidance or known issues that could help resolve the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KSV1 (Create Set Type) and KSV2 (Change Set Type) for managing set types.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message COM_CATEGORY016.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights or similar experiences from other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.