How To Fix KF173 - System error: Reference screen & & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KF -

• Message number: 173

• Message text: System error: Reference screen & & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KF173 - System error: Reference screen & & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message KF173, which states "System error: Reference screen & & does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP's reporting or analysis tools, particularly when there is an issue with the configuration or setup of the reporting screens.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The reference screen that the system is trying to access may not be configured correctly or may be missing entirely. This can happen if the screen was deleted or if there was an error during the configuration process.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process that caused the reference screen to not be included.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the reference screen, leading to this error.
  System Upgrade or Patch: If the system has recently been upgraded or patched, it may have affected the existing configurations, leading to missing screens.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify the configuration of the reference screen in the relevant transaction. Ensure that the screen exists and is correctly set up.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly. You may need to re-transport the missing objects.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the reference screen. You can check this in the user roles and profiles.
  Recreate the Screen: If the screen is indeed missing, you may need to recreate it based on the specifications or documentation available.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve the issue.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context of the error, you may be working with specific transaction codes related to reporting or analysis (e.g., KE30, KE24).
  SAP Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with, as it may provide insights into configuration and troubleshooting.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and the solutions they found effective.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the KF173 error in your SAP system.