How To Fix MDC_PROCESS_MSG118 - Process template &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDC_PROCESS_MSG - MDC Process Object Messages

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Process template &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDC_PROCESS_MSG118 - Process template &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message MDC_PROCESS_MSG118 indicates that a specified process template does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Manufacturing or SAP S/4HANA when working with process orders, production planning, or similar functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Template: The process template you are trying to use has not been created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Template Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the process template identifier you are using.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the process template.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to recognize the process template.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Template Existence:
  
  Check if the process template exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction code MDC1 for creating process templates or MDC2 for displaying them).
  Ensure that the template name you are using is correct and matches the one defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Create or Restore Template:
  
  If the template does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate transaction.
  If it was deleted, you may need to restore it from a backup or recreate it based on the required specifications.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the process template. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the relevant SAP documentation or configuration guides to ensure that the process template is set up correctly and that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MDC1, MDC2, and others related to process template management.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to MDC_PROCESS_MSG118 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for process templates and their configuration to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.