How To Fix MDC_GW_CUST002 - Configuration &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDC_GW_CUST - Customizing messages

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Configuration &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDC_GW_CUST002 - Configuration &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message MDC_GW_CUST002 indicates that a specific configuration does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Multi-Domain Configuration (MDC) or when working with the SAP Gateway.
  Cause:
  The error message MDC_GW_CUST002 Configuration &1 does not exist usually occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The configuration object referenced by &1 is not defined in the system. This could be a missing entry in the relevant customizing tables or a configuration that has not been set up correctly.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration Name: The name or identifier for the configuration might be misspelled or incorrectly referenced in the code or transaction.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, or the transport request may not have been released.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the configuration.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Verify that the configuration object referenced by &1 exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and checking the settings.
  
  
  Correct the Name: Ensure that the name of the configuration is spelled correctly in the code or transaction where the error occurs.
  
  
  Transport Check: If the configuration was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully imported into the system. If not, you may need to re-import the transport request.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the configuration. You can check this in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for the specific configuration you are working with to ensure that all necessary steps have been followed.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE11 (Data Dictionary) to investigate the configuration.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or the specific configuration you are working with, as there may be known issues or patches available.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other SAP-related discussion platforms 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 implement a solution.