How To Fix PMRP005 - Reference ID &1 does not exist

PMRP005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PMRP - Messages for pMRP

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Reference ID &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PMRP005 - Reference ID &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message PMRP005, which states "Reference ID &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a reference ID that is expected in the operation you are trying to perform. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Non-Existent Reference ID: The reference ID you are trying to use does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or because the ID has not been created.
  Data Deletion: The reference ID may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for current operations.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the reference ID from being recognized.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the reference ID.
  Incorrect Transaction Code: The transaction code being used may not be appropriate