How To Fix /SAPCND/DB_ACCESS072 - Application &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCND/DB_ACCESS -

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Application &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCND/DB_ACCESS072 - Application &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCND/DB_ACCESS072 Application &1 does not exist typically indicates that the system is trying to access an application or component that is not available in the database. This can occur for various reasons, such as missing configuration, incorrect application IDs, or issues with the database itself.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Application: The application specified by &1 does not exist in the database. This could be due to it not being installed or configured properly.
  Incorrect Configuration: The application might be incorrectly configured, leading to the system being unable to locate it.
  Database Issues: There could be issues with the database connection or the database itself, leading to the application not being accessible.
  Transport Issues: If the application was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or completely.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the application.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Application Existence: Verify that the application identified by &1 exists in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant configuration or application tables.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the application is correctly configured. This may involve checking settings in transaction codes like SPRO or other relevant configuration transactions.
  Database Connection: Check the database connection settings to ensure that the system can connect to the database where the application is stored.
  Transport Logs: If the application was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transport process.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the application. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user's roles and profiles.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE80 (Object Navigator), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE37 (Function Module) to investigate further.
  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: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to engage SAP support for further assistance.