How To Fix S_ISSUE161 - Status ID &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_ISSUE - Issue Management

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Status ID &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_ISSUE161 - Status ID &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message S_ISSUE161 with the description "Status ID &1 does not exist" typically indicates that the system is trying to reference a status ID that is not defined or does not exist in the system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when working with issues, tickets, or other objects that have a status associated with them.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Status Definition: The status ID being referenced has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the status management may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry when specifying the status ID.
  Transport Issues: If the status ID was recently added or modified in a different environment (like development) and not transported correctly to the current environment (like production), it may not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Status Definitions:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in SAP where status IDs are defined (e.g., transaction codes like SPRO for customizing).
  Verify if the status ID in question exists and is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Status:
  
  If the status ID does not exist, you may need to create it. This typically involves defining the status in the relevant customizing settings.
  If it exists but is not functioning as expected, check its configuration and make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Review Input:
  
  Double-check the input where the status ID is being referenced. Ensure there are no typos or incorrect values.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the status ID was recently added or modified, ensure that the transport requests have been properly executed and that the changes are reflected in the current environment.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing status IDs in the context you are working with.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing statuses, such as SPRO (Customizing), SE11 (Data Dictionary), or SE37 (Function Modules).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to S_ISSUE161 for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view or modify status definitions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.