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Message type: E = Error
Message class: SMT_UTILITIES - Utilities message
Message number: 000
Message text: Type &1 does not exist
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SMT_UTILITIES000
- Type &1 does not exist ?The SAP error message "SMT_UTILITIES000 Type &1 does not exist" typically occurs in the context of SAP's System Landscape Transformation (SLT) or during data replication processes. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference a data type or object that is not defined or does not exist in the system.
Causes:
- Missing Data Type: The specified data type (represented by
&1
) is not defined in the SAP system. This could be due to a missing configuration or an incomplete installation.- Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the data replication or transformation process may be incorrect, leading to references to non-existent types.
- Transport Issues: If the data type was recently transported from another system, the transport may not have included all necessary objects.
- Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the source and target systems, leading to discrepancies in available data types.
Solutions:
- Check Data Type Definition: Verify if the data type exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the type is defined.
- Review Configuration: Go through the configuration settings related to the SLT or data replication process to ensure that all references are correct and that the necessary types are included.
- Transport Request: If the data type is missing due to a transport issue, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects were included and successfully imported into the target system.
- System Consistency Check: Run consistency checks in the system to identify any discrepancies or missing objects. This can often be done through transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to check for related logs.
- Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SLT or the data replication process you are using. There may be known issues or patches available.
- Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific context of your system.
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