How To Fix IH159 - Transaction code &1 not in start control table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IH - structuring

• Message number: 159

• Message text: Transaction code &1 not in start control table

What causes this issue?

The <DS:GLOS.transaction_code>transaction code</> of the
<DS:GLOS.transaction>transaction</> that has just been called up, is
not in the control table TC10.

System Response

INCLUDE 'KEINE-VERARBEITUNG' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE 'SYSTEMVERWALTER' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
Procedure for System Administrator
Maintain the transaction code in table TC10.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IH159 - Transaction code &1 not in start control table ?

  The SAP error message IH159 indicates that a specific transaction code (represented by &1 in the message) is not found in the start control table. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) or SAP Asset Management (AM) modules, where certain transactions are expected to be defined in the system for processing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Entry in Start Control Table: The transaction code you are trying to execute is not defined in the start control table (usually IH01 or similar tables).
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to recognize the transaction code due to missing or incorrect settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the transaction code, leading to the system not recognizing it.
  Custom Development: If the transaction code is custom-developed, it may not have been properly registered in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Start Control Table:
  
  Use transaction code IH01 or IH02 to check the start control table for the relevant entries.
  Ensure that the transaction code you are trying to use is listed there.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Entry:
  
  If the transaction code is missing, you may need to add it to the start control table. This typically requires configuration access and knowledge of the specific business process.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to the transaction code in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary parameters are set correctly.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the transaction code. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the transaction code and its expected configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes in the PM or AM modules.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the error message IH159 for additional insights or patches.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for shared experiences and solutions related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.