How To Fix FDT_WD_SERVICE020 - Application &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_WD_SERVICE - FDT_WD: Message class for messages in SFDT_WD_SERVICE

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Application &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_WD_SERVICE020 - Application &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FDT_WD_SERVICE020 indicates that the application specified in the error message does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Fiori or Web Dynpro applications when the system is unable to find the specified application.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Application Name: The application name provided in the request may be misspelled or incorrect.
  Application Not Deployed: The application may not be deployed in the SAP system or the relevant component is not installed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the application.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP Gateway or the application itself.
  Transport Issues: If the application was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Application Name: Check the application name in the URL or the configuration to ensure it is correct.
  Check Deployment: Ensure that the application is properly deployed in the SAP system. You can check this in the SAP Fiori Launchpad or the relevant transaction.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the application. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the SAP Gateway and ensure that the application is correctly configured.
  Transport Validation: If the application was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully imported and activated.
  Check System Logs: Look at the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: The SAP Community forums can be a valuable resource for finding similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the specific application or component to ensure that all prerequisites and configurations are met.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.