How To Fix /IAM/CONFIG011 - Type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IAM/CONFIG -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Type &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IAM/CONFIG011 - Type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /IAM/CONFIG011 Type &1 does not exist typically indicates that the system is trying to access a configuration type that has not been defined or does not exist in the system. This error is often encountered in the context of Identity Access Management (IAM) or related modules where specific configuration types are required for processing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The specified type (denoted by &1 in the error message) has not been created or configured in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a typo or incorrect reference to the type in the configuration settings.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included or may have failed during the transport process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the configuration type.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify that the configuration type exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in the SAP system (e.g., transaction codes related to IAM configuration).
  Create Configuration: If the type does not exist, you may need to create it. Consult the documentation or your system administrator for the correct parameters and settings required for the configuration type.
  Review Transport Logs: If the configuration was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully imported into the system.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the configuration. You may need to consult with your security team to verify this.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to IAM configuration for any specific requirements or known issues regarding the configuration types.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for IAM configuration, such as /IAM/CONFIG or others that may be specific to your implementation.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.