How To Fix /SCMTMS/COND059 - Data element &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/COND -

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Data element &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/COND059 - Data element &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/COND059 Data element &1 does not exist typically indicates that the system is trying to access a data element that is not defined or does not exist in the system. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) or when dealing with condition records.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data Element: The data element referenced in the error message (&1) is not defined in the system. This could be due to a configuration issue or a missing transport.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings in the SAP TM module may not be set up correctly, leading to the system looking for a non-existent data element.
  Transport Issues: If the system was recently upgraded or if transports were moved between systems (e.g., from development to production), some objects may not have been transported correctly.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements that reference a data element that has been deleted or renamed, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Element: Verify if the data element mentioned in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to search for the data element.
  Review Configuration: Go through the configuration settings in SAP TM to ensure that all necessary data elements and condition records are properly defined.
  Transport Management: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and successfully imported.
  Custom Code Review: If there are custom developments, review the code to ensure that it is referencing the correct data elements. If a data element has been renamed or deleted, update the code accordingly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP TM you are using to see if there are any known issues or patches available.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it is a critical issue affecting business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SLG1 (Application Log) can be useful for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and potential solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.