How To Fix /SAPAPO/MVM164 - Profile & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MVM -

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Profile & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MVM164 - Profile & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MVM164 Profile & does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a specific profile that is being referenced in a planning function or process is not found in the system. This can happen for various reasons, such as configuration issues, missing data, or incorrect references.
  Cause:
  
  Profile Not Created: The profile that is being referenced has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Profile Name: There may be a typo or incorrect name in the configuration where the profile is being called.
  Transport Issues: If the profile was created in a different system (e.g., development) and not transported correctly to the target system (e.g., production), it may not exist there.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the profile, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Profile Existence: Verify if the profile exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., /SAPAPO/MVM for Multi-Variant Maintenance) and checking the list of profiles.
  Create the Profile: If the profile does not exist, you may need to create it. Ensure that you have the correct parameters and settings for the profile.
  Correct the Reference: If there is a typo or incorrect reference, correct it in the configuration where the profile is being called.
  Transport the Profile: If the profile exists in another system, ensure that it is properly transported to the current system.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the profile. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/MVM for managing profiles and /SAPAPO/MC62 for checking planning book settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help guides for detailed steps on creating and managing profiles in APO.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the necessary profiles are correctly configured in your SAP APO system.