How To Fix /PLMU/PPE_VIP005 - Node &1&2 does not exist or you do not have access authorization

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMU/PPE_VIP -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Node &1&2 does not exist or you do not have access authorization

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMU/PPE_VIP005 - Node &1&2 does not exist or you do not have access authorization ?

  The SAP error message /PLMU/PPE_VIP005 Node &1&2 does not exist or you do not have access authorization typically indicates that the system is unable to find a specific node in the context of a process or transaction, or that the user does not have the necessary permissions to access that node.
  Causes:
  
  Node Does Not Exist: The specified node (identified by the placeholders &1 and &2) may not exist in the system. This could be due to a configuration issue or because the node has not been created.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to access the node may not have the required authorizations. This could be due to missing roles or authorizations in the user's profile.
  Incorrect Input: The input parameters provided to the transaction or function may be incorrect, leading to the system not being able to locate the node.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the node from being recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Node Existence:
  
  Verify that the node you are trying to access actually exists in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant configuration or data tables.
  If the node is missing, you may need to create it or correct the configuration.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Check the user’s roles and authorizations to ensure they have the necessary permissions to access the node.
  You can use transaction codes like SU53 (to analyze authorization failures) or PFCG (to manage roles) to help with this.
  
  
  
  Validate Input Parameters:
  
  Ensure that the input parameters you are using are correct and correspond to valid nodes in the system.
  Double-check any selection criteria or filters that may be applied.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or process you are working with. There may be known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as SU01 (User Maintenance), SU53 (Authorization Check), and PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.