How To Fix FSSC_RDS020 - Application areas &1/&2/&3 in referenced schema do not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSSC_RDS - Financial Shared Service Center, RDS

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Application areas &1/&2/&3 in referenced schema do not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSSC_RDS020 - Application areas &1/&2/&3 in referenced schema do not exist ?

  The SAP error message FSSC_RDS020 indicates that there is an issue with the application areas specified in the referenced schema. This error typically arises when the system cannot find the specified application areas in the context of the schema being referenced.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Application Areas: The application areas specified in the error message do not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or incorrect configuration.
  Configuration Issues: The schema might not be properly configured to include the necessary application areas.
  Transport Issues: If the schema was transported from another system, the application areas may not have been included in the transport request.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified application areas.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Application Areas: Check the application areas specified in the error message. Ensure that they exist in the system and are correctly configured.
  Check Schema Configuration: Review the schema configuration to ensure that it includes the necessary application areas. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Transport Requests: If the schema was transported, ensure that all related objects, including application areas, were included in the transport request. You may need to re-transport the missing components.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the application areas. You may need to consult with your security team to verify this.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the application areas and schemas relevant to your implementation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) to access configuration settings related to schemas and application areas.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the FSSC_RDS020 error in your SAP system.