How To Fix STC_CONT_CFG_ENTITY004 - Parameter &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STC_CONT_CFG_ENTITY - Technical Configuration Entity Messages

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Parameter &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STC_CONT_CFG_ENTITY004 - Parameter &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message STC_CONT_CFG_ENTITY004, which states "Parameter &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Solution Manager or during the execution of background jobs or configuration tasks. This error indicates that a specific parameter, referenced by the placeholder &1, is not recognized or does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The parameter that is being referenced may not have been defined in the system configuration.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the parameter name when it was entered or configured.
  Obsolete Parameters: The parameter may have been removed or deprecated in a newer version of SAP.
  Transport Issues: If the parameter was supposed to be transported from another system, it may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Parameter Definition:
  
  Go to transaction RZ10 or RZ11 to check if the parameter exists. If it does not, you may need to create it or adjust your configuration.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Review the configuration or job definition where the parameter is referenced and ensure that it is spelled correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Check the SAP documentation or release notes for your version to see if the parameter has been deprecated or replaced with a new one.
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  If the parameter is supposed to be part of a transport, ensure that the transport request has been properly released and imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on the parameter in question.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for SAP Notes related to your specific version of SAP and the error message. These notes can provide fixes or workarounds.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered the same issue and what solutions they have found.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the specific module or functionality you are working with to ensure that you are following the correct configuration steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.