How To Fix CX209 - Group & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CX - Nachrichten für Konfigurationsprozess

• Message number: 209

• Message text: Group & does not exist

What causes this issue?

Group &V1& which you are trying to enter does not exist.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Display the list of possible groups. You can define new groups in the
IMG for <ZH>classes</> using the step <LS>class groups</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CX209 - Group & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CX209 "Group & does not exist" typically occurs when you are trying to access or reference a group (such as a user group, authorization group, or any other grouping entity) that has not been defined or does not exist in the system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during user authorizations, role assignments, or when executing certain transactions.
  Causes:
  
  Non-existent Group: The group you are trying to reference has not been created in the system.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the group name or ID you are trying to use.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the group.
  Transport Issues: If the group was created in a different environment (like development) and not transported to the current environment (like production), it may not exist there.
  Data Deletion: The group may have been deleted or deactivated in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Group Existence: Verify if the group exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SU01 for user management, PFCG for role management) and checking the group list.
  Correct Typographical Errors: Ensure that the group name or ID is entered correctly without any spelling mistakes.
  Create the Group: If the group does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate transaction code (e.g., SU01 for user groups, PFCG for authorization groups).
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the group. You may need to adjust roles or permissions accordingly.
  Check Transport Requests: If the group was created in a different environment, ensure that the transport requests have been properly moved to the current environment.
  Consult with Basis Team: If you suspect that the group was deleted or if there are transport issues, consult with your SAP Basis team for further investigation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SE11: Data Dictionary (to check if the group is defined in the relevant tables)
  
  
  Authorization Objects: Check if the relevant authorization objects are correctly assigned to the user roles.
  SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.