How To Fix LAW2_MESSAGES199 - Consolidation with GUID &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LAW2_MESSAGES - LAW 2.0 Message Class

• Message number: 199

• Message text: Consolidation with GUID &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LAW2_MESSAGES199 - Consolidation with GUID &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message LAW2_MESSAGES199, which states "Consolidation with GUID &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP's consolidation processes, particularly when working with the SAP Business Consolidation (BC) or SAP S/4HANA Finance for Group Reporting.
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that the system is unable to find a consolidation document or entry associated with the specified GUID (Globally Unique Identifier). The possible causes for this error include:
  
  Non-Existent GUID: The GUID provided in the error message does not correspond to any existing consolidation entry in the database.
  Data Deletion: The consolidation entry may have been deleted or not yet created.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the consolidation process or the data model.
  Timing Issues: The consolidation process may not have been executed yet, or the data may not have been properly loaded into the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify the GUID: Check the GUID mentioned in the error message to ensure it is correct. You can do this by querying the relevant tables or using transaction codes that allow you to view consolidation entries.
  
  
  Check Data Load: Ensure that the data required for the consolidation process has been loaded correctly. If you are using a data extraction process, verify that it has completed successfully.
  
  
  Review Consolidation Process: Make sure that the consolidation process has been executed. If it has not, run the necessary consolidation steps to create the required entries.
  
  
  Check for Deletions: Investigate whether the consolidation entry was deleted. If it was, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if available.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using, as there may be known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context to help them diagnose the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), SE16 (Data Browser), or specific consolidation-related transactions to help you investigate the issue.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or the consolidation process in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be patches or updates that address this issue.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.