How To Fix /IAM/CONFIG118 - Document schema &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IAM/CONFIG -

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Document schema &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IAM/CONFIG118 - Document schema &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /IAM/CONFIG118 Document schema &1 does not exist typically indicates that the system is unable to find a specific document schema that is referenced in the configuration or during the execution of a process. This error is often related to the Identity Access Management (IAM) module in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Document Schema: The document schema referenced by the system does not exist in the database. This could be due to a configuration error or because the schema was never created.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings may point to a schema that has been deleted or renamed.
  Transport Issues: If the system is newly set up or has recently undergone a transport, the document schema may not have been transported correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the document schema.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Schema: Verify if the document schema exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in SAP (e.g., transaction codes related to IAM configuration).
  Create or Restore Schema: If the schema does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup or transport request.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings to ensure that they are pointing to the correct document schema. Update the configuration if necessary.
  Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request and that they were successfully imported into the target system.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the document schema.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, SE11 for data dictionary objects, and SE80 for development objects.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for IAM to understand the expected configurations and document schema requirements.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or IAM support team for further assistance.