How To Fix /STMC/CR_MSG187 - Error while retrieving option; option '&1' is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STMC/CR_MSG -

• Message number: 187

• Message text: Error while retrieving option; option '&1' is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG187 - Error while retrieving option; option '&1' is missing ?

  The SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG187 indicates that there is an issue with retrieving a specific option, and it states that the option identified by &1 is missing. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's configuration or customization settings, particularly in the areas related to the SAP Transportation Management (TM) or other modules that utilize configuration options.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The specified option may not have been configured or defined in the system. This could happen if a required customizing step was skipped during the implementation or upgrade process.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system (e.g., from a development to a production environment), there may have been issues during the transport that caused the option to be missing.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain configuration options, leading to the perception that they are missing.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the database or configuration tables that prevent the system from retrieving the option correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify that the option specified in the error message is correctly configured in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and checking the settings.
  Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate why the option is missing.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the configuration options. You can check this in the user roles and authorizations.
  Recreate the Option: If the option is indeed missing, you may need to recreate it manually in the system based on the required configuration.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module or functionality you are working with to ensure that all necessary steps have been followed.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on configuration.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to the module you are working with (e.g., SPRO for configuration, SE11 for data dictionary checks).
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.