How To Fix J3187 - Generic transaction (&1) does not exist in the system

J3187 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J3 - Dialog Messages for Data Pool Entry Transactions

• Message number: 187

• Message text: Generic transaction (&1) does not exist in the system

What causes this issue?

You attempted to transfer a financial object for the generic
transaction (external number &V1&). The generic transaction is not in
the database.
Note that the generic transaction has to have the status 'real' (SSTAT
= '0'). All other statuses do not permit the creation of financial
objects.

System Response

The system cannot save the financial object.

How to fix this error?

Enter a generic transaction that already exists in the database.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J3187 - Generic transaction (&1) does not exist in the system ?

  The SAP error message J3187, which states "Generic transaction (&1) does not exist in the system," typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a transaction that is not recognized by the SAP system. This can happen for several reasons:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Transaction Code: The transaction code entered may be misspelled or incorrect.
  Transaction Not Installed: The transaction may not be part of the installed SAP modules in your system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the transaction.
  System Configuration: The transaction may not be configured correctly in the system.
  Client-Specific Settings: The transaction might be available in other clients but not in the current client you are logged into.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Transaction Code: Double-check the transaction code for any typos or errors. Ensure that you are using the correct code.
  Check Transaction Availability: Consult with your SAP Basis or system administrator to confirm whether the transaction is available in your system and