How To Fix VERT_TOOLS020 - Terminology &1 does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VERT_TOOLS - Verticalization: Tools

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Terminology &1 does not exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VERT_TOOLS020 - Terminology &1 does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message VERT_TOOLS020 indicates that a specific terminology (or term) referenced in your SAP system does not exist. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's vertical solutions, such as SAP for Utilities, SAP for Retail, or other industry-specific applications.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Terminology: The terminology or term that is being referenced in a transaction or report is not defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue where the terminology is not properly set up or activated.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, some terms may not have been transferred correctly.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may reference terms that do not exist in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Terminology Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in your SAP system where terminologies are defined.
  Ensure that the terminology in question is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Data:
  
  Check if the term exists in the relevant tables. You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to look up the term.
  If the term is missing, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup if it was deleted.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If the error is triggered by custom code, review the code to ensure it references valid terms.
  Modify the code to handle cases where the term may not exist.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources specific to the module you are working with to understand the expected terminology and its configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message and context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the error message or the specific terminology you are dealing with. SAP Notes often provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.