How To Fix COM_DML_CUST026 - Function group & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_DML_CUST - MDF Messages

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Function group & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_DML_CUST026 - Function group & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message COM_DML_CUST026 typically indicates that a function group referenced in a custom development or configuration does not exist in the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during the execution of a transaction, report, or custom program that relies on a specific function group.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Function Group: The function group that is being called or referenced in the code does not exist in the system. This could be due to a missing transport or an incomplete installation of a component.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration might be pointing to a function group that has been deleted or renamed.
  Transport Issues: If the function group was recently transported from another system, the transport might not have been successful, or the function group was not included in the transport request.
  Development Errors: Custom developments may reference a function group that was not created or was incorrectly named.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Function Group Existence:
  
  Use transaction SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE37 (Function Builder) to check if the function group exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a transport.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If you have access to the custom code that is generating the error, review it to ensure that the function group name is correct and that it has not been misspelled or incorrectly referenced.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the function group is supposed to be part of a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that it was included and successfully imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the function group is part of a standard SAP module or enhancement, consult the relevant SAP documentation or notes to ensure that all necessary components are installed.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is related to a standard SAP function group.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE37: Function Builder
  SE10: Transport Organizer
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address known issues related to this error.
  Debugging: If you have debugging skills, you can set breakpoints in the code to trace where the error is occurring and gather more context about the function group being called.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.