How To Fix J5118 - Utilities program & was deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J5 - External Data Transfer

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Utilities program & was deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J5118 - Utilities program & was deleted ?

  The SAP error message J5118 indicates that a utilities program has been deleted. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's logistics or materials management modules, where certain programs or utilities are required for processing data related to materials, inventory, or other logistics functions.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Program: The most straightforward cause is that the utilities program has been intentionally or unintentionally deleted from the SAP system.
  Transport Issues: If the program was part of a transport request that was not properly imported, it could lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the program may exist, but the user does not have the necessary authorizations to access it.
  System Upgrade or Patch: An upgrade or patch might have removed or altered the program.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Program Existence: Verify if the utilities program exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to search for the program.
  Restore the Program: If the program has been deleted, you may need to restore it from a backup or re-import it from a transport request if it was part of a transport.
  Check Transport Requests: If the program was part of a transport, ensure that the transport request was successfully imported into the system.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the program. You can check this with transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide guidance on similar issues.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE38, SE80, and SU53 for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Regularly check for updates or notes related to your specific SAP version, as they may contain fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific module you are working with, as it may provide insights into the utilities programs and their dependencies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the J5118 error in your SAP system.