How To Fix OMOD_GUI_PROFILE001 - & design does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OMOD_GUI_PROFILE - OM: GUI: Profile

• Message number: 001

• Message text: & design does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OMOD_GUI_PROFILE001 - & design does not exist ?

  The SAP error message OMOD_GUI_PROFILE001 typically indicates that there is an issue with the GUI profile configuration in the SAP system. This error can occur when the system is unable to find a specific GUI profile that is required for the user or the transaction being executed. The message "design does not exist" suggests that the system is looking for a design or configuration that has not been defined or is missing.
  Causes:
  
  Missing GUI Profile: The specified GUI profile does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The GUI profile may be incorrectly configured or not assigned to the user.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the GUI profile.
  Transport Issues: If the GUI profile was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly.
  System Upgrade: After an upgrade, certain profiles may not be compatible or may need to be reconfigured.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check GUI Profile Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SUI (SAP GUI Configuration) and verify if the GUI profile exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup.
  
  
  
  Assign GUI Profile:
  
  Ensure that the GUI profile is assigned to the user or user group. This can be done in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Check the user’s parameters and ensure the correct GUI profile is assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction SU53 to check for authorization issues after the error occurs.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the GUI profile.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the GUI profile was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure it was transported successfully.
  If there were issues, you may need to re-transport the profile.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If the issue arose after a system upgrade, review the upgrade documentation for any changes related to GUI profiles.
  You may need to reconfigure or adjust settings as per the new version requirements.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SUI: SAP GUI Configuration
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to GUI profiles and user settings for more detailed guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the OMOD_GUI_PROFILE001 error message.