How To Fix LD196 - Layout &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LD - Logistics Automotive Line Design

• Message number: 196

• Message text: Layout &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

The system could not find the layout you selected. Therefore, no
template could be opened.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

First of all save the layout concerned and then open the template.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LD196 - Layout &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message LD196, which states "Layout &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP Logistics or SAP HR when a specific layout or form is being referenced but cannot be found in the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when generating reports, printing documents, or using specific transaction codes that require a layout.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Layout: The specified layout (identified by &1) has not been created or has been deleted from the system.
  Incorrect Layout Name: The layout name might be misspelled or incorrectly referenced in the program or transaction.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified layout.
  Transport Issues: If the layout was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included in the transport request or may not have been activated properly.
  Client-Specific Layouts: The layout may exist in another client but not in the current client you are working in.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Layout Existence:
  
  Use transaction code SE78 (for SAPscript forms) or SMARTFORMS (for Smart Forms) to check if the layout exists.
  Verify the layout name and ensure it is spelled correctly.
  
  
  
  Create or Restore Layout:
  
  If the layout does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate tools (SAPscript or Smart Forms).
  If it was deleted, you may need to restore it from a backup or recreate it.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the layout. This may involve checking roles and permissions in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the layout was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure it was included and activated correctly.
  You may need to re-transport the layout if it was missed.
  
  
  
  Client-Specific Issues:
  
  If the layout exists in another client, you may need to transport it to the current client or create it anew in the current client.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the specific layout or transaction you are working with, as there may be additional context or steps required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE78 (for SAPscript), SMARTFORMS (for Smart Forms), SE80 (for development objects).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific layout or transaction.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP's support portal for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the LD196 error and implement a solution to resolve it.