How To Fix /PM0/ABU_IBC_MSG164 - Template &1 does not exist in template statue &2

/PM0/ABU_IBC_MSG164 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABU_IBC_MSG -

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Template &1 does not exist in template statue &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABU_IBC_MSG164 - Template &1 does not exist in template statue &2 ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABU_IBC_MSG164 indicates that a specific template (identified by &1) does not exist in the specified template status (&2). This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or similar applications where templates are used for planning and reporting.
  
  Cause:
  
  Template Not Created: The template you are trying to access has not been created or saved in the system.
  Incorrect Template Name: There may be a typo or incorrect reference to the template name.
  Template Status Issue: The template might exist but is not in the expected status (e.g., it could be inactive or deleted).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the template.
  Data Consistency Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the database or application that prevent the template from being recognized.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Template Existence: Check if the template with the specified name exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to