How To Fix KX048 - Reference program & does not exist

KX048 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KX - EC-EIS/EC-BP: Data basis, data collection

• Message number: 048

• Message text: Reference program & does not exist

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check system installation.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KX048 - Reference program & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message KX048 ("Reference program & does not exist") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to access or process a program that is not defined or does not exist in the system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when working with cost centers, internal orders, or other controlling objects.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Program Definition: The program you are trying to reference has not been created or defined in the system.
  Incorrect Program Name: There may be a typo or incorrect reference to the program name in your transaction or report.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the program.
  Transport Issues: If the program was recently transported from another system, it may not have been successfully imported.
  
  Configuration Issues: The controlling area or other related configurations may not be set up correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Program Definition:
  
  Verify that the program exists in the system.