How To Fix ME116 - Access sequence & does not exist (processing not possible)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Access sequence & does not exist (processing not possible)

What causes this issue?

The access sequence required for table maintenance does not exist. The
follow-on tables cannot therefore be maintained.

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?

RESET N1
Create a new access sequence.

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Please create this access sequence exactly as in the standard SAP
client (client 000).
When the new access sequence is active, the report can be re-run.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME116 - Access sequence & does not exist (processing not possible) ?

  The SAP error message ME116 ("Access sequence & does not exist (processing not possible)") typically occurs in the context of purchasing and material management when the system is unable to find a valid access sequence for a specific condition type. This can happen during various processes, such as creating or changing purchase orders, contracts, or other procurement-related documents.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Access Sequence: The access sequence specified in the configuration does not exist in the system. This could be due to incorrect configuration or missing entries in the condition records.
  Incorrect Condition Type: The condition type being used may not be properly defined or may not have an associated access sequence.
  
  Configuration Issues: The access sequence may not be assigned to the relevant condition type in the pricing procedure.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, the access sequence may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
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