How To Fix MD_SUBSTN056 - Context type 1 & does not exist

MD_SUBSTN056 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MD_SUBSTN - Messages for Master Data Substitution

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Context type 1 & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MD_SUBSTN056 - Context type 1 & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message MD_SUBSTN056 typically indicates that there is an issue with the substitution or context type in the Material Requirements Planning (MRP) or related processes. The specific message "Context type 1 & does not exist" suggests that the system is trying to reference a context type that has not been defined or is not available in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Context Type: The context type that the system is trying to use for the substitution does not exist in the configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an error in the configuration settings related to the substitution or context types.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration that lead to the system not being able to find the required context type.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for substitution in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for MRP or substitution and verify that the context type is