How To Fix /PLMI/AGT_MAP_MSG003 - Agent type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/AGT_MAP_MSG -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Agent type &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/AGT_MAP_MSG003 - Agent type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/AGT_MAP_MSG003 Agent type &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP's Landscape Management (LaMa) or similar systems where agent types are defined for managing various tasks or processes. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference an agent type that has not been defined or is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Agent Type: The specified agent type (represented by &1 in the error message) has not been created or configured in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the system where the agent type is expected but not properly set up.
  Transport Issues: If the agent type was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included in the transport request or may not have been activated correctly.
  Version Compatibility: The agent type may not be compatible with the current version of the SAP system you are using.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Agent Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., /PLMI/AGT for agent types) and verify if the agent type exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it based on your requirements.
  
  
  
  Create the Missing Agent Type:
  
  If the agent type is indeed missing, you can create it by following the necessary steps in the configuration transaction.
  Ensure that you provide all required parameters and settings for the agent type.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the agent type was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport requests to ensure that the agent type was included and properly imported.
  If necessary, re-transport the agent type or manually create it in the target system.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates or Patches:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as there may be fixes related to agent types in newer versions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to Landscape Management or the specific module you are working with for additional guidance on agent types.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /PLMI/AGT for managing agent types.
  System Logs: Review system logs for additional context or related error messages that may provide more insight into the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.