How To Fix KW358 - Template & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KW - CO-ABC Activity-Based Costing

• Message number: 358

• Message text: Template & does not exist

What causes this issue?

Template &V1& does not (yet) exist in controlling area &V2& in
environment &V3&.

System Response

The system cannot allocate process costs.

How to fix this error?

Create the template.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KW358 - Template & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message KW358, which states "Template & does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost planning or budgeting templates. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specified template that is required for a particular operation.
  Cause:
  
  Template Not Created: The specified template has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Template Name: The name of the template being referenced may be misspelled or incorrectly formatted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the template.
  Template Deleted: The template may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for use.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the template from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Template Existence:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., KP06 for cost planning) and verify if the template exists.
  Use transaction code KP99 to check for existing templates.
  
  
  
  Create or Restore Template:
  
  If the template does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done through the relevant planning transaction.
  If the template was deleted, you may need to restore it from a backup or recreate it.
  
  
  
  Verify Template Name:
  
  Double-check the name of the template being used in the transaction. Ensure there are no typos or incorrect characters.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the template. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or CO module team for any specific configurations that may be affecting template availability.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to check the system configuration settings related to templates in the CO module.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KP06 (Cost Planning), KP99 (Manage Planning Layouts), and others that may be related to template management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team for further assistance.