How To Fix KE253 - Program & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• 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  Incorrect Transaction Code: The transaction code being used may be incorrect or outdated, leading to a call for a non-existent program.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 to check if the program exists in the system. If it does not, you may need to create it or transport it from another system.
  
  
  
  Verify Transaction Code:
  
  Ensure that the transaction code you are using is correct. You can check the transaction code in the SAP Easy Access menu or by using transaction SE93.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the program. You can check this using transaction SU53 to see if there are any authorization failures.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the program was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the CO module to ensure that everything is set up correctly. This may involve checking settings in transaction SPRO.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE38 (ABAP Editor), SE80 (Object Navigator), SU53 (Authorization Check), SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, especially if it involves a missing standard program.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific CO reports or transactions you are trying to execute for any additional requirements or dependencies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the KE253 error in your SAP system.