How To Fix /ISDFPS/PM_CP122 - Preceding package &1 does not exist; is ignored

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/PM_CP -

• Message number: 122

• Message text: Preceding package &1 does not exist; is ignored

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM_CP122 - Preceding package &1 does not exist; is ignored ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM_CP122 Preceding package &1 does not exist; is ignored typically occurs in the context of SAP's Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or similar applications where package dependencies are involved. This error indicates that a specific package that is expected to precede the current package does not exist, leading to the current package being ignored.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Preceding Package: The most common cause is that the package specified in the error message (&1) is not available in the system. This could be due to it not being created, deleted, or not being activated.
  Incorrect Package Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the package dependencies, where the current package is set to depend on a package that is not correctly defined or does not exist.
  Transport Issues: If the packages are part of a transport request, there may have been issues during the transport process that resulted in the package not being available in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Package Existence: Verify if the preceding package (&1) exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant package management area in SAP and checking the list of available packages.
  Create or Activate the Package: If the package does not exist, you may need to create it or activate it if it was previously created but not activated.
  Review Package Dependencies: Check the configuration of the current package to ensure that it correctly references the preceding package. Adjust the dependencies if necessary.
  Transport Check: If the issue is related to a transport, ensure that all necessary packages have been transported correctly and are available in the target system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with for any additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  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 such as /ISDFPS/PM for package management or other related transactions that may help in managing packages.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or discussion groups where other users may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.