How To Fix PPERES013 - Specified plant &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPERES - Messages for Resource Nodes

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Specified plant &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPERES013 - Specified plant &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message PPERES013 indicates that the specified plant (identified by the placeholder &1) does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in scenarios where a user is trying to access or process data related to a plant that has not been defined or is incorrectly specified in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Plant Code: The plant code entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Plant Not Created: The plant has not been created in the SAP system.
  Plant Deactivation: The plant may have been deactivated or deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the specified plant.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the system that prevent the plant from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Plant Code: Check the plant code entered for any typographical errors. Ensure that it matches the correct format and spelling.
  Check Plant Existence:
  
  Go to the transaction code OX10 (or SPRO -> Enterprise Structure -> Definition -> Logistics - General -> Define, copy, delete, check plant) to verify if the plant exists.
  If the plant does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., OX10).
  
  
  Check Plant Status: Ensure that the plant is active and has not been deactivated or deleted.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the plant. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that there are no underlying configuration issues affecting the plant's visibility.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OX10: Define Plant
  SPRO: Access to the SAP Reference IMG for configuration
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to plant configuration or error messages.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to plant management and configuration for additional insights.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team for further investigation.