How To Fix /ISDFPS/ME_CA_MSG028 - Device &1 does not exist

/ISDFPS/ME_CA_MSG028 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/ME_CA_MSG -

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Device &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/ME_CA_MSG028 - Device &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/ME_CA_MSG028 Device &1 does not exist typically indicates that the system is unable to find a specified device in the context of a particular operation, often related to the SAP IS-DFPS (Industry Solution for Defense Forces and Security) module. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to process a transaction that involves a device that has not been defined or is incorrectly configured in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Device Not Defined: The device specified in the error message does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the device name or ID.
  Inactive Device: The device may exist but is not active or has been deactivated in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the device.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings related to the device in the SAP system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Device Definition:
  
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