How To Fix IHC118 - Alias for group &1 is missing for variant &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IHC - IHC Messages

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Alias for group &1 is missing for variant &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IHC118 - Alias for group &1 is missing for variant &2 ?

  The SAP error message IHC118 indicates that there is a missing alias for a group in the context of the Integrated Financial Management (IHC) module. This error typically arises when the system is trying to process a variant for a group that has not been properly defined or configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Alias Definition: The alias for the specified group is not defined in the system. This can happen if the configuration for the group was not completed or if the alias was deleted or not created.
  Incorrect Variant Configuration: The variant specified may not be correctly linked to the group, or the group itself may not exist in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport that led to missing entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Group Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the IHC module and verify that the group specified in the error message exists.
  Ensure that the alias for the group is defined correctly.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Alias:
  
  If the alias is missing, you can create it by navigating to the relevant configuration area in SAP. This is usually found under the IHC settings in the SPRO transaction.
  Define the alias for the group and ensure it is linked to the correct variant.
  
  
  
  Review Variants:
  
  Check the variant configuration to ensure it is correctly set up and linked to the appropriate group.
  Make any necessary adjustments to the variant settings.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transport process.
  If necessary, re-transport the configuration or manually adjust the settings in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring groups and aliases in the IHC module.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, IHC1 for managing groups, or IHC2 for managing variants.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IHC118 error and ensure that the necessary aliases and configurations are in place for the IHC module to function correctly.