How To Fix /SEHS/BA_MISC1391 - Reference phrase &1 from library &2 does not exist in the system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SEHS/BA_MISC1 -

• Message number: 391

• Message text: Reference phrase &1 from library &2 does not exist in the system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SEHS/BA_MISC1391 - Reference phrase &1 from library &2 does not exist in the system ?

  The SAP error message /SEHS/BA_MISC1391 Reference phrase &1 from library &2 does not exist in the system typically indicates that the system is trying to access a reference phrase (a specific piece of text or data) that is not available in the specified library. This can occur in various contexts, such as when working with SAP's Business Application Studio or other modules that utilize reference phrases.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Reference Phrase: The reference phrase specified by &1 is not defined in the library &2. This could be due to a configuration issue, data migration problems, or simply that the phrase was never created.
  Incorrect Library: The library specified may not be the correct one where the reference phrase is stored.
  Transport Issues: If the reference phrase was supposed to be transported from another system (like Development to Production), it may not have been included in the transport request.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the reference phrase or library.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Reference Phrase: Verify that the reference phrase &1 exists in the library &2. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or configuration area in SAP where reference phrases are managed.
  Create or Update Reference Phrase: If the reference phrase does not exist, you may need to create it. If it exists but is not accessible, check if it needs to be updated or if there are any inconsistencies.
  Verify Library Configuration: Ensure that the library &2 is correctly configured and that it contains the necessary reference phrases.
  Check Transport Requests: If the reference phrase was supposed to be transported, check the transport requests to ensure that they were correctly released and imported into the target system.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the library and reference phrases.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to manage reference phrases, such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or others related to the specific module you are working with.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on managing reference phrases and libraries.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, specific versions of SAP may have bugs that are documented in SAP Notes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.