How To Fix /PLMU/PRT_MSG005 - Global template &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMU/PRT_MSG -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Global template &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMU/PRT_MSG005 - Global template &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /PLMU/PRT_MSG005 Global template &1 does not exist typically indicates that the system is trying to access a global template that has not been defined or is not available in the system. This error is often encountered in the context of Production Resource Tools (PRT) or when working with templates in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Template: The specified global template (indicated by &1) does not exist in the system. This could be due to it not being created, deleted, or not properly transported from another system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may be incorrectly configured, leading to the inability to find the specified template.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the global template.
  Transport Issues: If the template was supposed to be transported from another system (e.g., development to production), the transport may not have been executed successfully.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Template Existence:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., PRT-related transactions) and check if the global template exists.
  Use transaction codes like /PLMU/PRT or similar to view existing templates.
  
  
  
  Create the Template:
  
  If the template does not exist, you may need to create it. Ensure that you have the necessary data and configurations to create a new global template.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the global template. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the template was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that the template is available in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to PRT and global templates for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing PRT and templates, such as /PLMU/PRT, C223, or others depending on your specific SAP version and configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for shared experiences and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.