How To Fix /CUM/MSG521 - CUI with GUID & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CUM/MSG -

• Message number: 521

• Message text: CUI with GUID & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CUM/MSG521 - CUI with GUID & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /CUM/MSG521 CUI with GUID & does not exist typically indicates that the system is unable to find a specific CUI (Customer User Interface) component or object identified by the GUID (Globally Unique Identifier) provided in the error message. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to access a specific UI component, during data migration, or when working with custom developments.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Missing or Deleted CUI Object: The CUI object associated with the provided GUID may have been deleted or not created properly.
  Incorrect GUID: The GUID referenced in the error message may be incorrect or malformed.
  Transport Issues: If the CUI object was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the CUI object.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent the CUI from being recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify the GUID: Check if the GUID mentioned in the error message is correct. You can do this by searching for the CUI object in the relevant transaction or table.
  Check for Existence: Use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the CUI object exists in the system.
  Recreate the CUI Object: If the object is missing, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if available.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the CUI object. You can check this using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  System Configuration: Review the system configuration related to the CUI and ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the documentation related to the specific CUI component you are working with to ensure that all prerequisites and configurations are met.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.