How To Fix SF953 - & : The hypertext structure & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SF - SAPfind: Message Texts

• Message number: 953

• Message text: & : The hypertext structure & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SF953 - & : The hypertext structure & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SF953, which states "The hypertext structure & does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Knowledge Management or when dealing with hypertext links in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the specified hypertext structure, which could be due to a variety of reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Hypertext Structure: The specified hypertext structure may not have been created or may have been deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the hypertext structure is not properly linked or defined in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the hypertext structure.
  Transport Issues: If the hypertext structure was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or completely.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Existence: Verify if the hypertext structure exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the appropriate report to list hypertext structures.
  Create or Restore: If the hypertext structure does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup if it was deleted.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to hypertext structures to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the hypertext structure. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Transport Check: If the structure was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was transported successfully and that there were no errors during the transport process.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like S_PH0_48000100 (for hypertext structures) or S_PH0_48000101 (for managing hypertext links) to manage hypertext structures.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to hypertext structures. You can search the SAP Support Portal for relevant notes.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on Knowledge Management and hypertext structures for more detailed information on how to create and manage them.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.