How To Fix ICL_OI018 - Template &1 does not exist in Business Document Service

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICL_OI - Correspondence: Office Integration

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Template &1 does not exist in Business Document Service

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICL_OI018 - Template &1 does not exist in Business Document Service ?

  The SAP error message ICL_OI018, which states "Template &1 does not exist in Business Document Service," typically occurs when the system is unable to find a specified template in the Business Document Service (BDS). This can happen for various reasons, including configuration issues, missing templates, or incorrect references.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Template: The specified template does not exist in the BDS.
  Incorrect Template Name: The template name provided in the transaction or program is incorrect.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the template.
  Configuration Issues: The Business Document Service may not be properly configured in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the template was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Template Existence:
  
  Go to the BDS transaction (e.g., S_BDS or S_BDS_TEMPLATES) and verify if the template with the specified name exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or import it from another system.
  
  
  
  Verify Template Name:
  
  Ensure that the template name used in the transaction or program is correct. Check for any typos or case sensitivity issues.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the Business Document Service and the specific template.
  
  
  
  Review BDS Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the Business Document Service to ensure that it is set up correctly. This may involve checking the settings in transaction OAC0 or similar.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the template was recently transported, verify that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the Business Document Service for any specific guidance or troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance.