How To Fix VC401 - Procedure & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VC - SD Customizing

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Procedure & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VC401 - Procedure & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message VC401 ("Procedure & does not exist") typically occurs in the context of Variant Configuration (VC) when the system is unable to find a specific procedure that is referenced in a configuration profile or a variant configuration model. This can happen for various reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Procedure: The procedure that is being called in the configuration profile does not exist in the system. This could be due to it being deleted or never created.
  Incorrect Naming: There might be a typo or incorrect naming in the configuration profile where the procedure is referenced.
  Transport Issues: If the procedure was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or completely.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the procedure.
  Configuration Errors: There may be errors in the configuration settings that reference the procedure.
  
  Solutions:
  
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