How To Fix RMSRCP251 - Recipe &1 does not exist in the target system

RMSRCP251 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMSRCP - RMS-RCP: Messages for IPPE Object RCP

• Message number: 251

• Message text: Recipe &1 does not exist in the target system

What causes this issue?

When recipes are distributed, the recipe is to be deleted in the target
system. This is controlled by the update indicator (D = delete) in the
transfer structure. However, the recipe cannot be deleted if it does
not exist in the target system.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check the key information (GUID) for the recipe, since this field is
used to determine the recipe to be deleted from the target system.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RMSRCP251 - Recipe &1 does not exist in the target system ?

  The SAP error message RMSRCP251, which states "Recipe &1 does not exist in the target system," typically occurs in the context of recipe management within SAP's Recipe Management System (RMS). This error indicates that the system is unable to find the specified recipe in the target system, which can happen for several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Recipe Not Created: The recipe you are trying to access or use has not been created in the target system.
  Incorrect Recipe Number: The recipe number you are using may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Transport Issues: If the recipe was created in a different system (e.g., development) and has not been transported to the target system (e.g., production), it will not be available.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the recipe.
  Data Synchronization: There may be issues with data synchronization between systems, especially in a landscape with multiple SAP systems.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Recipe Existence: Check if