How To Fix WG216 - Restriction profile & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WG - Messages for store order and investment buy

• Message number: 216

• Message text: Restriction profile & does not exist

What causes this issue?

The restriction profile you entered is not defined in the system.

System Response

The system checks the restriction profile against entries in table
TWBO2.

How to fix this error?

Use another restriction profile or maintain the required profile in
Customizing.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WG216 - Restriction profile & does not exist ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message WG216 - Restriction profile & does not exist:
  
  Error Message
  WG216 - Restriction profile & does not exist
  
  Cause
  This error occurs when the system tries to access or assign a restriction profile that has not been created or maintained in the system. Restriction profiles are used in SAP to control or restrict certain functionalities, often related to sales documents, pricing, or output determination.
  In particular, in the context of SAP Sales and Distribution (SD) or Output Management, restriction profiles define which restrictions or conditions apply to certain processes or documents.
  The error means that the system is referencing a restriction profile (the name or ID is shown in the message where the & is) that does not exist in the customizing tables.
  
  Where it typically occurs
  
  During sales order processing or output determination.
  When assigning restriction profiles to sales document types, output types, or condition records.
  In configuration or master data maintenance where restriction profiles are referenced.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the Restriction Profile ID
  
  Identify the restriction profile ID mentioned in the error message.
  
  
  Verify if the Restriction Profile Exists  
  
  Go to the SAP IMG path where restriction profiles are maintained.  
  For example, in SD, you can check under:
  
  SPRO -> Sales and Distribution -> Basic Functions -> Output Control -> Output Determination -> Define Restriction Profiles  
  Or use transaction codes related to restriction profiles (depending on your SAP version and module).
  
  
  
  Create or Maintain the Restriction Profile  
  
  If the profile does not exist, create it with the required settings.  
  If it exists but is incorrectly referenced, correct the reference in the customizing or master data.
  
  
  
  Check Customizing Assignments  
  
  Ensure that the restriction profile is correctly assigned to the relevant sales document types, output types, or condition records.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data or User Exits  
  
  Sometimes, custom code or user exits might assign restriction profiles dynamically. Verify that the code is assigning valid profiles.
  
  
  
  Transport and System Consistency  
  
  If the profile exists in one system (e.g., development) but not in another (e.g., production), ensure transports are properly moved.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information
  
  Restriction profiles are part of the output determination and control mechanism in SAP. They help restrict or allow certain outputs or processes based on defined criteria.
  The error message is a standard SAP message and can be found in message class WG (related to output control).
  Always check the exact profile name in the error message to avoid confusion.
  If you are unsure about the restriction profile's purpose, consult your functional consultant or SAP documentation related to output control or sales document processing.
  
  
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  Error
  WG216 - Restriction profile & does not exist
  
  
  Cause
  The system references a restriction profile that is not created or maintained in SAP.
  
  
  Solution
  Create or maintain the restriction profile in customizing; correct references.
  
  
  Where to check
  SPRO path for output determination or sales document configuration.
  
  
  Related areas
  Output determination, sales order processing, output control.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact context or transaction where this error occurs, I can help you with more specific steps.