How To Fix SCPR164 - No Project IMG exists in the system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCPR - BC Sets

• Message number: 164

• Message text: No Project IMG exists in the system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCPR164 - No Project IMG exists in the system ?

  The SAP error message SCPR164, which states "No Project IMG exists in the system," typically occurs when you are trying to access a project in the Implementation Guide (IMG) but the system cannot find any associated project. This can happen for several reasons, and here are the common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  No Project Created: There may not be any project created in the system for the specific IMG you are trying to access.
  Project Not Assigned: The project you are trying to access may not be assigned to the current user or user role.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the project.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system configuration might be incorrect, leading to the inability to find the project.
  Transport Issues: If the project was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Create a New Project:
  
  If no project exists, you can create a new project using transaction code SCPR20 (Project Management for Implementation).
  Follow the steps to create a new project and assign the necessary IMG activities.
  
  
  
  Check Project Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the project you are trying to access is assigned to the correct user or user role.
  You can check this in the project management area of the IMG.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the project. This can be done by checking the user roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to ensure proper authorizations are in place.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the system to ensure that the IMG is set up correctly.
  You can use transaction SCPR20 to check the configuration of existing projects.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the project was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs for any errors or issues during the transport process.
  Ensure that the transport request was released and imported correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SCPR20: Project Management for Implementation
  SCPR10: Display Project
  SCPR30: Project Administration
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on project management and IMG configuration.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for SCPR164 in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.