How To Fix GHO_PLN_MANAGE_PLAN026 - Source Type and Source Type Text Does not Exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GHO_PLN_MANAGE_PLAN - Messages for Manage Production Plan applications

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Source Type and Source Type Text Does not Exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GHO_PLN_MANAGE_PLAN026 - Source Type and Source Type Text Does not Exist ?

  The SAP error message "GHO_PLN_MANAGE_PLAN026: Source Type and Source Type Text Does not Exist" typically occurs in the context of planning and budgeting processes within SAP, particularly when dealing with planning scenarios or data that require specific source types.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The source type that is being referenced in the planning process is not defined in the system. This could be due to a missing entry in the configuration tables.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The source type may have been incorrectly entered or referenced in the planning transaction.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the source type may not have been included or properly activated in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain source types, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in SPRO) and verify that the source type is defined correctly.
  Ensure that the source type and its corresponding text are properly maintained in the relevant customizing tables.
  
  
  
  Create Missing Source Type:
  
  If the source type does not exist, you may need to create it. This typically involves defining the source type in the appropriate configuration area (e.g., in the planning area or planning version).
  
  
  
  Review Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the data entry in the planning transaction to ensure that the source type is correctly specified and matches the existing definitions.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects were included in the transport request and that they have been successfully imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the source type. This may involve checking user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the planning process and source types relevant to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, SE11 for data dictionary checks, or SE16 for table data checks.
  Tables: Check relevant tables such as TSP0 (for planning area) or TSP1 (for planning version) to see if the source type is defined.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to this error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.