How To Fix /PF1/MSG_RE119 - Format Group doesn¦t exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_RE -

• Message number: 119

• Message text: Format Group doesn¦t exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RE119 - Format Group doesn¦t exist ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RE119 indicating that a "Format Group doesn’t exist" typically arises when the system is unable to find a specified format group in the context of a report or output format. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when generating reports, printing forms, or executing transactions that rely on specific format groups.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Format Group: The specified format group has not been created or is not available in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the report or output may reference a format group that is incorrectly defined or has been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the format group.
  Transport Issues: If the format group was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included in the transport request or may not have been activated properly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Format Group Existence:
  
  Go to transaction code SE78 (SAP Archive Link) or SPRO (Customizing) to check if the format group exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Format Group:
  
  If the format group is missing, you can create a new format group using the appropriate transaction (e.g., SE78 for forms).
  Ensure that the format group is correctly configured with the necessary attributes.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the report or output to ensure that the correct format group is referenced.
  If you have recently made changes, verify that they are correct.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access the format group.
  You may need to consult with your security team to verify user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the format group was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure it was included and activated.
  If necessary, re-transport the format group.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or report you are working with for any additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE78, SPRO, and SE80 for managing forms and reports.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.