How To Fix /PM0/3FD_MESSAGES018 - Mapping ID &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/3FD_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Mapping ID &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/3FD_MESSAGES018 - Mapping ID &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/3FD_MESSAGES018 Mapping ID &1 does not exist typically indicates that the system is trying to reference a mapping ID that has not been defined or does not exist in the system. This error is often encountered in the context of data mapping or transformation processes, particularly in SAP Process Integration (PI) or SAP Process Orchestration (PO).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Mapping ID: The mapping ID specified in the error message is not defined in the system. This could be due to a configuration oversight or an incorrect reference in the mapping process.
  Incorrect Configuration: The mapping ID might have been deleted or not properly configured in the relevant mapping tool (e.g., Enterprise Services Builder).
  Transport Issues: If the mapping ID was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included in the transport request or may not have been activated properly.
  Typographical Error: There could be a typo in the mapping ID being referenced in the configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Mapping ID: Verify that the mapping ID referenced in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant mapping tool (like Enterprise Services Builder) and searching for the mapping ID.
  Create or Restore Mapping: If the mapping ID does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup or transport request.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that all configurations related to the mapping are correct and that the mapping ID is properly linked to the relevant interfaces.
  Check Transport Requests: If the mapping ID was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport requests to ensure that the mapping was included and activated in the target system.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the specific mapping process you are working with to ensure that all necessary steps have been followed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Logs and Traces: Review the application logs and traces in the SAP system to gather more context about when and why the error is occurring.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or discussion groups, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.