How To Fix CPE138 - 'Missing Entry' routine &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CPE - Commodity Pricing Engine

• Message number: 138

• Message text: 'Missing Entry' routine &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CPE138 - 'Missing Entry' routine &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CPE138, which states "Missing Entry: routine &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Customer Profitability Analysis (CPA) or similar modules where specific routines or functions are expected to be defined but are not found in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Routine Definition: The most common cause of this error is that the routine specified (denoted by &1 in the error message) has not been defined in the system. This could be due to a configuration oversight or an incomplete implementation.
  Transport Issues: If the routine was recently transported from another system (like a development or quality assurance system), it may not have been included in the transport request or may not have been activated properly.
  Custom Development: If the routine is a custom development, it may not have been created or activated in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Routine Definition: 
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., KE4S for profitability analysis) and check if the routine exists. You can also check in the Customizing settings under the relevant module.
  If the routine is missing, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup or transport.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the routine was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was included in the transport request.
  If it was not transported, you may need to manually create it in the target system or re-transport it.
  
  
  
  Custom Code Review:
  
  If the routine is custom code, ensure that the code is properly developed and activated. Check for any syntax errors or activation issues in the ABAP workbench (transaction SE80 or SE38).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review any documentation related to the implementation or configuration of the CPA module to ensure that all necessary steps have been followed.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on how to resolve it.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KE4S (Profitability Analysis) and SE80 (Object Navigator) for checking and managing routines.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for Customer Profitability Analysis to understand the expected configurations and routines.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.