How To Fix SQADB118 - Template & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SQADB - Question and Answer Database Messages

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Template & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SQADB118 - Template & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SQADB118 indicates that a specified template does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Query or SAP Query-related transactions when a user attempts to access or execute a query that relies on a template that has not been defined or has been deleted.
  Cause:
  
  Template Deletion: The template that the query is trying to reference has been deleted or is no longer available in the system.
  Incorrect Template Name: The name of the template specified in the query is incorrect or misspelled.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the template.
  Transport Issues: If the template was transported from another system, it may not have been included in the transport request or may not have been imported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Template Existence:
  
  Go to the transaction code SQ01 (SAP Query) and check if the template exists.
  If you have the name of the template, you can search for it directly.
  
  
  
  Create or Restore Template:
  
  If the template does not exist, you may need to create a new template or restore it from a backup if available.
  If the template was deleted accidentally, check with your SAP Basis or development team to see if it can be restored.
  
  
  
  Verify Template Name:
  
  Ensure that the name of the template used in the query is correct. Check for any typos or discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the template. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the template was supposed to be transported from another system, verify that the transport request was correctly created and imported.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on managing templates in SAP Query.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SQ01: SAP Query Management
  SQ02: InfoSet Query
  SQ03: User Groups
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact your SAP support team for further assistance.