How To Fix ES287 - Event & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ES - ABAP Workbench: Repository Information System

• Message number: 287

• Message text: Event & does not exist

What causes this issue?

The specified ID does not exist in this system.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ES287 - Event & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ES287 ("Event & does not exist") typically occurs in the context of event management or workflow processes within SAP. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference an event that has not been defined or does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Event Definition: The event that is being referenced in the workflow or process has not been created or defined in the system.
  Incorrect Event Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the event reference.
  Event Deletion: The event may have been deleted or is no longer active in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings related to event management or workflow.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Event Definition:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SWETYPV for event type definitions) and verify if the event exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it if it was deleted.
  
  
  
  Verify Event Name:
  
  Double-check the spelling and naming conventions used in the workflow or event trigger to ensure it matches the defined event.
  
  
  
  Review Workflow Configuration:
  
  If the error occurs in a workflow, check the workflow configuration to ensure that all events are correctly defined and linked.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on defining and managing events in your specific SAP module.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the event definitions.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to see where the error is being triggered and gather more context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SWETYPV (for event types) and SWDD (for workflow definitions).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.