How To Fix J5160 - Function group & was deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J5 - External Data Transfer

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Function group & was deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J5160 - Function group & was deleted ?

  The SAP error message J5160, which states "Function group & was deleted," typically indicates that a function group that is being referenced in your program or transaction has been deleted from the system. This can happen for various reasons, such as:
  Causes:
  
  Manual Deletion: A developer or administrator may have manually deleted the function group from the SAP system.
  Transport Issues: If the function group was part of a transport request that was not properly imported or was deleted in the target system.
  Development Environment Changes: Changes in the development environment or incorrect transport management can lead to the deletion of function groups.
  System Upgrade or Migration: During system upgrades or migrations, certain objects may be removed or not migrated properly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Restore the Function Group:
  
  If you have a backup or if the function group was part of a transport request, you can restore it from there.
  Check the transport logs to see if the function group can be re-imported.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Function Group:
  
  If the function group is not recoverable, you may need to recreate it manually. This involves defining the function group and its associated function modules again.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  Review the transport requests to ensure that the function group was included and properly transported to the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult with Development Team:
  
  If you are not the developer, consult with your development team to understand the context of the function group and whether it can be restored or recreated.
  
  
  
  System Check:
  
  Perform a system check to ensure that there are no other inconsistencies or missing objects that could lead to similar issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE37 (Function Module) to check for the existence of function groups and modules.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Development Guidelines: Ensure that proper development guidelines are followed to avoid accidental deletions in the future.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to engage SAP support for further assistance.