How To Fix G5036 - Substitute network & & & does not exist

G5036 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G5 - IS-Oil /Joint Venture/ Material transfer pricing

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Substitute network & & & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G5036 - Substitute network & & & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message G5036, which states "Substitute network & & & does not exist," typically occurs in the context of project management or network planning within SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specified substitute network for a project or activity.
  
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Substitute Network: The substitute network specified in the transaction does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the project or network might be incorrect, leading to the system not being able to locate the substitute network.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the network number or other identifiers used in the transaction.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the specified substitute network.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Network Existence: Check if the substitute network actually exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., CN21 for creating networks) and searching