How To Fix WA136 - Application & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WA - Messages from Workflow Event Manager

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Application & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WA136 - Application & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message WA136: Application & does not exist typically occurs when the system cannot find the specified application in the context where it is expected. This message is often related to SAP Web Application Server (SAP Web AS) or SAP NetWeaver Portal environments, especially when dealing with Web Dynpro applications, BSP applications, or other web-based components.
  
  Cause
  
  The application name specified in the URL, transaction, or configuration does not exist in the system.
  The application might have been deleted, renamed, or not yet transported to the current system.
  Incorrect or misspelled application name in the request.
  The application is not properly registered or activated in the system.
  In case of Web Dynpro or BSP applications, the application might not be deployed or active.
  The user might not have the necessary authorizations to access the application, causing the system to behave as if the application does not exist.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Verify Application Name:
  
  Check the exact application name you are trying to access.
  Ensure there are no typos or incorrect characters in the application name.
  
  
  
  Check Application Existence:
  
  For BSP applications: Use transaction SE80 or SE93 to check if the application exists.
  For Web Dynpro applications: Use transaction SE80 or NWBC to verify the application is deployed.
  For Portal applications: Check the portal content directory to confirm the application is present.
  
  
  
  Check Deployment Status:
  
  Ensure the application is properly deployed and active.
  For Web Dynpro, check the deployment status in transaction SE80 or via the Web Dynpro application administration.
  For BSP, ensure the BSP application is active.
  
  
  
  Transport and System Consistency:
  
  If the application was recently transported, verify the transport was successful.
  Check if the application exists in the target system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the application.
  Use transaction SU53 after the error occurs to check for missing authorizations.
  
  
  
  Clear Cache and Restart Services:
  
  Sometimes, cache inconsistencies cause this error.
  Clear the SAP GUI or browser cache.
  Restart the ICM or relevant application server services if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check URL or Navigation Path:
  
  If accessing via URL, verify the URL syntax and parameters.
  Ensure the application parameter in the URL is correct.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Message Class: WA (Web Application)
  Common Transactions:
  
  SE80 (Object Navigator) — to check and manage applications.
  SE93 (Transaction Codes) — to check if the transaction/application exists.
  SU53 — to check authorization issues.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search SAP Support Portal for notes related to WA136 for specific system versions or scenarios.
  Logs: Check system logs (SM21), developer traces (ST11), or ICM traces for more detailed error information.
  Portal Context: In SAP Enterprise Portal, ensure the iView or application is correctly configured and assigned.
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., which application type, how you are accessing it, system version), I can give more tailored advice.