How To Fix KE253 - Program & does not exist

KE253 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 253

• Message text: Program & does not exist

What causes this issue?

Program &V1& does not exist. This program is used as a reference for
generating program coding.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator. The program is a prerequisite for
maintenance of derivation rules.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE253 - Program & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message KE253, which states "Program & does not exist," typically occurs in the context of the Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with reports or transactions that require a specific program to be executed. This error can arise for several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Program: The program that is being called does not exist in the SAP system. This could be due to a transport issue or the program not being created or activated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the program, leading to the system not recognizing it.
  Incorrect Transaction Code: The transaction code being used may be incorrect or outdated, leading to a call for a non-existent program.
  System 
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the program from being recognized or executed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Program Existence:
  
  Use transaction code SE38 or SE80