How To Fix R11194 - Identification types do not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R11 - Business Partner and BDT

• Message number: 194

• Message text: Identification types do not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R11194 - Identification types do not exist ?

  The SAP error message R11194, which states "Identification types do not exist," typically occurs when the system is unable to find the identification types that are required for a specific operation or transaction. This can happen in various contexts, such as during the creation or processing of master data, transactions, or when working with specific modules like Materials Management (MM) or Sales and Distribution (SD).
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The identification types may not have been configured in the system. This can happen if the necessary settings were not completed during the implementation or if they were inadvertently deleted or modified.
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data being used may reference identification types that do not exist in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process that resulted in missing identification types.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or use certain identification types.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (e.g., SPRO) and verify that the identification types are defined correctly.
  For example, in the case of materials, check the configuration under "Logistics - General" > "Material Master" > "Basic Settings" > "Define Identification Types."
  
  
  
  Create Missing Identification Types:
  
  If the identification types are indeed missing, you may need to create them. This can be done in the configuration settings where you define identification types.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data that is being processed when the error occurs. Ensure that it references valid identification types that exist in the system.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly. You may need to re-transport the configuration if something was missed.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the identification types. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the module or transaction you are working with.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, MM01 for material creation, or VA01 for sales order creation, depending on where the error occurs.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and the solutions they implemented.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.