How To Fix KG1162 - Planning package "&" does not exist!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KG1 - CO-PA planning

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Planning package "&" does not exist!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KG1162 - Planning package "&" does not exist! ?

  The SAP error message KG1162, which states "Planning package '&' does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BPC (Business Planning and Consolidation) when a user attempts to access or execute a planning function or report that references a planning package that is not defined or has been deleted.
  Causes:
  
  Non-Existent Planning Package: The specified planning package has not been created or has been deleted from the system.
  Incorrect Package Name: There may be a typo or incorrect reference to the planning package name in the report or function.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the planning package.
  Transport Issues: If the planning package was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Package Existence:
  
  Check the planning package name in the relevant transaction (e.g., in SAP BW, you can check in the planning area or the planning package settings).
  Ensure that the package is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Correct the Reference:
  
  If there is a typo in the package name, correct it in the report or function that is generating the error.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the planning package. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Planning Package:
  
  If the planning package has been deleted, you may need to recreate it based on the requirements of your planning process.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the planning package was supposed to be transported from another system, verify that the transport request was successfully imported and that all necessary objects are active.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific planning package or the error message for any additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSPLAN (for planning functions) or RSADMIN (for administrative tasks) to manage planning packages.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW/BPC administrator for further assistance.