How To Fix /SAPPO/ACR120 - &1: Error category &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPPO/ACR -

• Message number: 120

• Message text: &1: Error category &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPPO/ACR120 - &1: Error category &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPPO/ACR120 &1: Error category &2 does not exist typically indicates that the system is trying to reference an error category that has not been defined or does not exist in the system. This can occur in various contexts, such as during the execution of a program, transaction, or when processing data related to SAP's Advanced Compliance Reporting (ACR) or similar modules.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The error category that the system is trying to access has not been configured in the system.
  Incorrect Input: The input parameters or data being processed may reference an invalid or non-existent error category.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may be referencing an error category that has not been properly defined.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the error category may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the error category in question is defined. This may involve checking the ACR settings or related configuration areas.
  Use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings and verify the existence of the error category.
  
  
  
  Validate Input Data: 
  
  Review the input data or parameters being used in the transaction or program that triggered the error. Ensure that they reference valid and existing error categories.
  
  
  
  Custom Code Review: 
  
  If there are custom developments, review the code to ensure that it is referencing the correct error categories. You may need to consult with the developer who created the custom code.
  
  
  
  Transport Management: 
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects, including error categories, were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module or functionality you are working with. There may be specific instructions or known issues related to error categories.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or the specific module you are working with. SAP Notes often contain fixes, workarounds, or additional information about known issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as SE80 (Object Navigator) for checking custom developments or SE37 for function modules.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other online resources where similar issues may have been discussed. Other users may have encountered the same error and shared their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.