How To Fix IMG_CONS009 - Assigned Document Does Not Exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IMG_CONS - Messages for IMG_CONS Checkman

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Assigned Document Does Not Exist

&WHAT_FOR&
The documentation assigned to the structure node or IMG activity does
not exist. The assignment to the structure node used to be mandatory,
but is now obsolete.
INCLUDE BC_IMG_CONS_AT_01 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

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

INCLUDE BC_IMG_CONS_AT_03 OBJECT DOKU ID TX
If the document was deleted deliberately, and is no longer needed, you
must also delete the assignment of the document to the nodes in the
structure, in the transaction SIMGH, in change mode, under Edit -> Nodes
-> Change "Delete Document Assignment".
&HOW_DOES_IT_WORK&
INCLUDE BC_IMG_CONS_AT_04 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IMG_CONS009 - Assigned Document Does Not Exist ?

  The SAP error message IMG_CONS009: Assigned Document Does Not Exist typically occurs in the context of configuration or when trying to access a document that is expected to be linked to a specific configuration or transaction but cannot be found in the system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the execution of a transaction, while accessing configuration settings, or when trying to view or edit documents in the IMG (Implementation Guide).
  Causes:
  
  Missing Document: The document that is supposed to be linked to the configuration does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings may be pointing to a document that has been deleted or is not properly assigned.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the document.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process that caused the document to be lost or not properly linked.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database that prevent the system from locating the document.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Existence: Verify if the document exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the appropriate search functions.
  Review Configuration Settings: Go through the configuration settings in the IMG to ensure that they are correctly pointing to the existing documents.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the document. This can be checked with the help of a security administrator.
  Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate what went wrong during the transport process.
  Database Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the database to identify and resolve any inconsistencies that may be causing the issue.
  Recreate the Document: If the document is indeed missing and cannot be found, you may need to recreate it based on the original specifications or requirements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SM37 (Job Monitoring).
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the IMG_CONS009 error in your SAP system.