How To Fix CS083 - No network types exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CS - Logistics Customizing

• Message number: 083

• Message text: No network types exist

What causes this issue?

No network types exist.

How to fix this error?

Create new network types using the IMG for the Project System.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CS083 - No network types exist ?

  The SAP error message CS083: No network types exist typically occurs in the context of SAP's Project System (PS) or when dealing with network planning in the Controlling (CO) module. This error indicates that the system cannot find any network types defined in the configuration, which are necessary for creating or processing networks.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Network Types: The most common cause of this error is that no network types have been defined in the system. Network types are essential for defining how networks are structured and managed in SAP.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the Project System or Controlling module.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or create network types.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CS083 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Network Types Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Project System -> Structures -> Network -> Define Network Types.
  Ensure that there are network types defined. If not, you will need to create them.
  
  
  
  Create Network Types:
  
  If no network types exist, you can create them by clicking on the "New Entries" button in the configuration screen.
  Fill in the necessary details such as the network type code, description, and other relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and create network types. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any changes made to network types are transported to the production environment correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed instructions on configuring network types.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CN21 (Create Network) or CN22 (Change Network) to work with networks directly.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to network types or the CS083 error.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and authorizations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CS083 error and successfully work with network types in SAP.