How To Fix CTWF053 - Proposal &1 &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CTWF - Workflow in Change & Transport System

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Proposal &1 &2 does not exist

What causes this issue?

The transport proposal &V1& &V2& does not exist in the database of this
SAP system. Make sure that the SAP system &V1& is the Workflow Engine.

System Response

The function terminates.

How to fix this error?

Contact the system administrator to clear up the problem.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CTWF053 - Proposal &1 &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CTWF053 indicates that a proposal (or worklist) identified by the specified identifiers does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with worklists or proposals for cost planning, budgeting, or similar activities.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Proposal: The proposal or worklist you are trying to access has either been deleted or never existed.
  Incorrect Identifiers: The identifiers (&1 and &2) provided in the error message may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the proposal.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with data synchronization.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Identifiers: Double-check the proposal identifiers you are using. Ensure that they are correct and correspond to an existing proposal in the system.
  Check Proposal Status: If you have access, check the status of the proposal in the relevant transaction or report to see if it has been deleted or archived.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the proposal. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator to verify your permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific module you are working with to understand the context of the proposal.
  Database Consistency Check: If you suspect data consistency issues, you may need to run consistency checks or consult with your SAP Basis team to investigate any underlying database issues.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your internal SAP support team or SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that deal with proposals and worklists in SAP CO, such as KP06 (Cost Center Planning) or KP26 (Activity Type Planning).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that address known issues.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the CTWF053 error in SAP.