How To Fix MM179 - The label type & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM - Messages for material master maintenance and Customizing

• Message number: 179

• Message text: The label type & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM179 - The label type & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message MM179, which states "The label type & does not exist," typically occurs in the context of label printing or label management within the Materials Management (MM) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specified label type in the configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Label Type: The label type specified in the transaction or configuration does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The label type may not have been properly configured or activated in the system.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the label type name or code being referenced.
  Transport Issues: If the label type was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included or activated correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Label Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code NACE (for output types) or SPRO (for customizing).
  Navigate to the relevant area for label printing (e.g., Materials Management > Label Printing).
  Verify that the label type you are trying to use is defined and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Label Type:
  
  If the label type does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in the same configuration area where you checked for existing label types.
  Ensure that all necessary parameters and settings for the label type are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Double-check the label type name or code you are using in your transaction to ensure there are no typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the label type was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure it was included and successfully imported.
  If necessary, re-transport the configuration or manually create the label type in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on label types and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as NACE (for output types) and SPRO (for customizing).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to label types and printing.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify label types in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.