How To Fix WER137 - Software component &1 is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WER - Messages for the package WER

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Software component &1 is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WER137 - Software component &1 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message:
  WER137: Software component &1 is not valid
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when the specified software component (SC) is not recognized or is invalid in the context where it is being used. This can happen due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  The software component name provided does not exist in the SAP system.
  The software component has not been properly registered or imported into the system.
  There is a typo or incorrect entry of the software component name.
  The software component is not active or has been deleted.
  The system is trying to reference a software component that is not part of the current system landscape or client.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error WER137, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify the Software Component Name:
  
  Check the exact name of the software component you are trying to use.
  Use transaction SPAM or SAINT to view the list of installed software components.
  Alternatively, use transaction SWCV (Software Component Versions) to check the existing components.
  
  
  
  Check Software Component Registration:
  
  Ensure that the software component is properly registered in the system.
  If it is missing, import or register the software component using the Software Logistics tools (SPAM/SAINT).
  
  
  
  Correct the Input:
  
  If the software component name is entered manually (e.g., in a transport request or configuration), verify and correct any typos.
  
  
  
  Check System Landscape:
  
  Confirm that the software component is valid for the current system and client.
  If you are working in a multi-system landscape, ensure the component exists in the target system.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport or Import Issues:
  
  If the error occurs during transport or import, verify that the transport request includes the correct software component.
  Re-import or re-apply the transport if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes on the SAP Support Portal for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAM (Support Package Manager) – to manage software components and support packages.
  SAINT (Add-On Installation Tool) – to install add-ons and software components.
  SWCV – to display software component versions.
  SE03 – Transport Organizer Tools, to check transport requests and objects.
  
  
  
  SAP Help:
  
  SAP documentation on software component management.
  SAP Notes related to software component validation and transport errors.
  
  
  
  Common Scenarios:
  
  Occurs during transport import when the transport references a software component not present in the target system.
  Occurs during add-on installation or upgrade if the software component is missing or invalid.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the context in which the error occurs (e.g., during transport import, add-on installation, or configuration), I can give more specific guidance.