How To Fix /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES128 - Profile and layout set &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 128

• Message text: Profile and layout set &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES128 - Profile and layout set &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES128 Profile and layout set &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when the system is unable to find a specific profile or layout set that is required for displaying or processing data in the user interface.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Profile/Layout Set: The specified profile or layout set (denoted by &1 in the error message) does not exist in the system. This could be due to:
  
  The profile/layout set was never created.
  The profile/layout set was deleted or not properly transported from another system.
  There is a typo or incorrect reference in the configuration or user settings.
  
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified profile or layout set.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to the Transportation Management module.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Profile/Layout Set:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., /SCMTMS/PROF for profiles) and verify if the profile/layout set exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup or transport request.
  
  
  
  Create or Restore Profile/Layout Set:
  
  If the profile/layout set is missing, you can create a new one using the appropriate transaction codes or configuration settings.
  If it was deleted, check if it can be restored from a transport request or backup.
  
  
  
  Verify User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the profile/layout set. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the Transportation Management module to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on creating and managing profiles and layout sets in SAP TM.
  
  
  
  Contact 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 /SCMTMS/PROF for managing profiles and layout sets.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Manuals: Review user manuals or guides specific to SAP TM for detailed instructions on managing profiles and layout sets.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.