How To Fix PV520 - Business event type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PV - Training and Event Management

• Message number: 520

• Message text: Business event type &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to display (delete or change) business event type
&V1& in plan version &V2&. This type could not be found.

How to fix this error?

Please choose another business event type or plan version or validity
period. You can display existing types via the down arrow of the
relevant field.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PV520 - Business event type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message PV520, which states "Business event type &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Event Management or related modules where business events are defined and managed. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference a business event type that has not been defined or is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The specified business event type (denoted by &1) has not been created or configured in the system.
  Incorrect Input: The business event type may have been incorrectly entered or referenced in the transaction or program.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the business event type.
  Transport Issues: If the business event type was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually found in the IMG under Event Management or the specific module you are working with).
  Verify if the business event type exists. If it does not, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create Business Event Type:
  
  If the business event type is missing, you can create it using the appropriate transaction code (e.g., SPRO for configuration).
  Follow the steps to define a new business event type, ensuring that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Verify Input:
  
  Double-check the input where the error occurred to ensure that the business event type is correctly specified.
  Look for typos or incorrect references.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the business event type.
  Consult with your SAP security team if needed.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the business event type was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure it was successfully imported.
  If there were issues during transport, you may need to re-transport the relevant configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, SE11 for data dictionary, and SE80 for development objects.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Event Management or the specific module you are working with for detailed guidance on business event types.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.