How To Fix SH601 - Matchcode ID & does not exist; choose another ID

SH601 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SH - SAPhelp messages

• Message number: 601

• Message text: Matchcode ID & does not exist; choose another ID

What causes this issue?

The matchcode ID you entered does not exist.

How to fix this error?

Choose another from the list displayed.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SH601 - Matchcode ID & does not exist; choose another ID ?

  The SAP error message "SH601 Matchcode ID & does not exist; choose another ID" typically occurs when you are trying to use a matchcode ID that is not defined in the system. Matchcodes are used in SAP to provide a way to search for data in a more user-friendly manner, often through a search help.
  
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Matchcode ID: The matchcode ID you are trying to use has not been created or is not available in the system.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to access the matchcode ID.
  
  Configuration Issues: The matchcode ID may have been deleted or not properly configured in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Matchcode ID: Verify that the matchcode ID you are trying to use is correct. You can do this by checking the matchcode IDs available in the system.
  
  Use transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the matchcode IDs.
  Navigate to the "Matchcode" tab and see if the ID