How To Fix /DSD/HH170 - Plant &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /DSD/HH -

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Plant &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /DSD/HH170 - Plant &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /DSD/HH170 Plant &1 does not exist typically indicates that the system is unable to find the specified plant in the database. This error is often encountered in the context of the SAP Direct Store Delivery (DSD) module or related functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Plant Code: The plant code specified in the transaction or configuration does not exist in the system.
  Data Not Maintained: The plant may not have been created or activated in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the specified plant.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings related to the plant in the DSD module.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Plant Code: Check the plant code you are using in the transaction. Ensure that it is correct and matches the format expected by the system.
  Check Plant Existence:
  
  Go to the transaction code OX10 (or SPRO -> Enterprise Structure -> Definition -> Logistics - General -> Define, copy, delete, check plant) to verify if the plant exists.
  If the plant does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate configuration steps.
  
  
  Create Plant: If the plant is missing, you can create it by:
  
  Navigating to the appropriate configuration path in SPRO.
  Defining a new plant and ensuring all necessary details are filled out.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the plant. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  Review Configuration: If the plant exists but is not functioning as expected, review the configuration settings in the DSD module to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OX10 for plant maintenance, SPRO for configuration, and MM01 for material master data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on plant creation and configuration in the DSD module.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the plant is correctly set up in your SAP system.