How To Fix DFS_FMPO_COMMON014 - Network &1 does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DFS_FMPO_COMMON - Message class for Flexible Material Planning Object

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Network &1 does not exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DFS_FMPO_COMMON014 - Network &1 does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message DFS_FMPO_COMMON014 indicates that a specific network (in this case, represented by &1) does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of project management or network planning within SAP, particularly when dealing with project systems (PS) or financial management (FM).
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Network: The network ID you are trying to access or reference does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the network ID or because the network has not been created yet.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the network.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database, such as missing entries or incomplete data.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may not be properly configured to recognize the network, especially if it was recently created or modified.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Network ID: Check the network ID you are trying to use. Ensure that it is correctly entered and exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., CN21 for creating networks or CN22 for displaying networks).
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the network. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Create the Network: If the network does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate transaction code (e.g., CN21).
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks or reports to identify any data issues. You can use transaction codes like SE38 to run specific reports that check for inconsistencies.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to project systems and networks for additional guidance.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CN21: Create Network
  CN22: Change Network
  CN23: Display Network
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Review the user roles and profiles to ensure that the necessary permissions are granted for accessing project networks.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.