How To Fix TG161 - The name &, ID & does not exist; this has to be checked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TG - Messages for Upgrade Repository Switch

• Message number: 161

• Message text: The name &, ID & does not exist; this has to be checked

What causes this issue?

A new ID for the modification adjustment could not be added to the
table of deliveries from SAP.

System Response

An error occurred in upgrade phase JOB_RDDIT021.

How to fix this error?

Contact the upgrade hotline.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TG161 - The name &, ID & does not exist; this has to be checked ?

  The SAP error message TG161 indicates that a specific name and ID combination does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of configuration or data entry where the system is unable to find the specified object (such as a user, material, vendor, etc.) based on the provided identifiers.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Object: The most common cause is that the object you are trying to reference (e.g., a user, material, or vendor) does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Input: There may be a typo or incorrect ID/name entered in the transaction or program.
  Data Deletion: The object may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for the current operation.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the object, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Input: Double-check the name and ID you are entering to ensure there are no typos or errors.
  Check Object Existence: Use the appropriate transaction code (e.g., SE11 for data dictionary objects, SE16 for table entries) to verify if the object exists in the database.
  Consult with Colleagues: If you are unsure about the object, consult with colleagues or your SAP administrator to confirm its existence and correct details.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the object. If not, contact your SAP security team to request the required permissions.
  Data Recovery: If the object was deleted, check if it can be restored from backups or if it needs to be recreated.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the object type, you may use different transaction codes to check for existence:
  
  Users: SU01 (User Maintenance)
  Materials: MM03 (Display Material)
  Vendors: XK03 (Display Vendor)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. Sometimes, there may be patches or updates that address specific problems.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more information on the specific object type you are dealing with.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.