How To Fix IKB111 - Catalog type & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IKB - Knowledge base

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Catalog type & does not exist

What causes this issue?

You tried to call a catalog type that is not defined in the customizing
table provided.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Please inform your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IKB111 - Catalog type & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message IKB111, which states "Catalog type & does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) or when dealing with catalog management in SAP systems. This error indicates that the system is trying to access a catalog type that has not been defined or does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Catalog Type: The specified catalog type is not defined in the system. This could be due to a configuration issue or an oversight during system setup.
  Incorrect Configuration: The catalog type may have been incorrectly configured or deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the catalog type.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that lead to the system not recognizing the catalog type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Catalog Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in the ILM or catalog management area) and verify if the catalog type exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup if it was deleted.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Catalog Type:
  
  If the catalog type is missing, you can create a new catalog type using transaction codes like ILM_CATALOG or through the relevant customizing path in SPRO.
  Ensure that all required fields and settings are correctly filled out.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the catalog type. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks or reports to identify any data inconsistencies that might be causing the issue. This can often be done through standard SAP reports or transaction codes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to catalog management and ILM for any specific instructions or known issues related to the error.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide patches or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ILM_CATALOG, SPRO, and others related to catalog management.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to IKB111 for any specific fixes or updates that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the IKB111 error in your SAP system.