How To Fix SLEI_DEF_MSG099 - Customization linkage with linkage ID '&1' does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SLEI_DEF_MSG - Message class for LEI design time linkages

• Message number: 099

• Message text: Customization linkage with linkage ID '&1' does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SLEI_DEF_MSG099 - Customization linkage with linkage ID '&1' does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SLEI_DEF_MSG099 indicates that there is a problem with the customization linkage in the system. Specifically, it states that the linkage ID specified (represented by &1) does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Logistics Execution (LE) or related modules where linkages between different components or configurations are expected.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Linkage ID: The linkage ID that is being referenced does not exist in the system. This could be due to a configuration error or an incomplete setup.
  Incorrect Configuration: The linkage might not have been properly defined or activated in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it might not have been included or might have been incorrectly transported.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that lead to the linkage not being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Linkage ID: Verify that the linkage ID you are using is correct. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in SAP and checking if the linkage ID exists.
  Create/Define Linkage: If the linkage ID does not exist, you may need to create or define it. This can typically be done in the customizing settings (SPRO) under the relevant module.
  Review Configuration: Go through the configuration settings related to the linkage to ensure that everything is set up correctly. Look for any missing entries or incorrect settings.
  Transport Check: If the linkage was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to set up the specific linkage you are working with.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (to access the SAP Reference IMG) or SE11 (to check database tables) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be useful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.