How To Fix CRM_MKTPR074 - Rule type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_MKTPR - CRM Marketing: Product Proposal CUD Products

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Rule type &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_MKTPR074 - Rule type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CRM_MKTPR074 indicates that a specific rule type referenced in a marketing planning or campaign management process does not exist in the system. This error typically arises when the system is trying to access a rule type that has not been defined or has been incorrectly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Rule Type: The rule type specified in the configuration or transaction does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The rule type may have been deleted or not properly set up in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the system is part of a landscape where changes are transported between systems (e.g., from development to production), the rule type may not have been transported correctly.
  Custom Development: If the rule type is part of a custom development, it may not have been implemented or activated properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Rule Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration area in SAP (usually under the CRM module) and verify if the rule type exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup if it was deleted.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Rule Type:
  
  If you need to create a new rule type, follow the standard procedure for defining rule types in your SAP system.
  Ensure that all necessary parameters and settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the issue is related to transport, check the transport logs to ensure that the rule type 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 the relevant changes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific rule type you are trying to use. There may be specific prerequisites or configurations required.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the rule type.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message and any relevant details about your configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (for configuration) or SE11 (for data dictionary) to check the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to CRM_MKTPR074 for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.