How To Fix /SCF/SELMODEL018 - Profile does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCF/SELMODEL -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Profile does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCF/SELMODEL018 - Profile does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCF/SELMODEL018 Profile does not exist typically occurs in the context of the SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) module, particularly when dealing with selection models or profiles that are not properly defined or configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Profile: The specified profile that the system is trying to access does not exist in the database.
  Incorrect Configuration: The profile may have been deleted or not created properly during the configuration process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the profile.
  Transport Issues: If the profile was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Profile Existence:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., /SCF/SELMODEL) and check if the profile exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Recreate the Profile:
  
  If the profile is missing, you can create a new one using the appropriate transaction code.
  Ensure that all necessary parameters and settings are configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the profile.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to ensure proper roles and permissions are assigned.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the profile was supposed to be transported from another system, verify that the transport request included the profile and that it was successfully imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SCM you are using for any additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCF/SELMODEL for managing selection models.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed and resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.