How To Fix WGDS_SUBSCRIPTION018 - Sender doesn't exit for '&'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WGDS_SUBSCRIPTION - Global data synchronisation

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Sender doesn't exit for '&'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WGDS_SUBSCRIPTION018 - Sender doesn't exit for '&' ?

  The SAP error message WGDS_SUBSCRIPTION018 indicates that there is an issue with a subscription in the SAP system, specifically that the sender does not exist for the specified identifier (represented by &). This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Data Services or when dealing with subscriptions in the SAP Landscape Management (LaMa) or SAP Data Hub.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Sender: The sender specified in the subscription does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the sender's name or ID.
  Configuration Issues: The sender might not be properly configured or activated in the system.
  Data Source Issues: The data source that the sender is supposed to connect to may not be available or properly set up.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account may not have the necessary permissions to access the sender.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Sender ID: Check the sender ID specified in the error message. Ensure that it is correctly spelled and matches the existing sender configuration.
  Check Sender Configuration: Go to the relevant configuration area in SAP (like Data Services or Landscape Management) and verify that the sender is correctly set up and active.
  Review Data Sources: Ensure that the data source associated with the sender is available and properly configured.
  Check Authorizations: Make sure that the user or service account has the necessary permissions to access the sender and its associated data sources.
  Recreate Subscription: If the sender configuration is correct but the error persists, consider deleting and recreating the subscription to refresh the settings.
  Consult Logs: Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Data Services or the specific module you are working with to understand the configuration and setup requirements for senders and subscriptions.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP Support for further assistance.