How To Fix WTY120 - The tab &1 that is assigned to the profile does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WTY - Warranty processing

• Message number: 120

• Message text: The tab &1 that is assigned to the profile does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WTY120 - The tab &1 that is assigned to the profile does not exist ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WTY120 - The tab &1 that is assigned to the profile does not exist
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when a tab page (screen tab) assigned to a user profile in the SAP system does not exist in the current screen or transaction. Essentially, the profile references a tab that is either:
  
  Deleted,
  Renamed,
  Or never created in the current version of the screen.
  
  This mismatch causes the system to fail when trying to display or process the profile because it cannot find the specified tab.
  
  When does it typically occur?
  
  When user profiles are assigned to screen variants or tab pages that have been changed or removed.
  After system upgrades or modifications where screen layouts or tab names have changed.
  When customizing or creating new profiles for transactions with tabbed screens, and the tab name is incorrect or outdated.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Profile Assignment:
  
  Go to the transaction or screen where the profile is assigned.
  Verify which tabs are assigned to the profile.
  
  
  
  Verify Tab Names:
  
  Check the current screen layout to confirm the existing tab names.
  Use transaction SHD0 (Transaction Variants) or SHD1 (Transaction Recording) to inspect the screen and tab names.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Profile:
  
  Remove or correct the tab name in the profile that does not exist.
  If the tab was renamed or replaced, update the profile to use the correct tab name.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Update the Profile:
  
  If necessary, recreate the profile with the correct tab assignments.
  Ensure that the profile matches the current screen layout.
  
  
  
  Transport and Test:
  
  After correction, transport the profile if needed.
  Test the transaction with the profile to ensure the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  
  Transaction Variants and Profiles:
  
  Profiles are often used in transaction variants to control which tabs or fields are visible or editable for certain users.
  
  
  Screen Painter / GUI Status:
  
  Changes in screen design (via Screen Painter or GUI status) can affect tab names and availability.
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error in your SAP version.
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If unsure, debugging the transaction can help identify where the system tries to access the non-existent tab.
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  WTY120 - The tab &1 that is assigned to the profile does not exist
  
  
  Cause
  Profile references a tab that does not exist in the current screen or transaction
  
  
  Solution
  Verify and correct the tab assignment in the profile; update or recreate the profile
  
  
  Tools
  SHD0, SHD1, Screen Painter, Debugger
  
  
  Context
  Occurs after screen changes, upgrades, or incorrect profile assignments
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the specific transaction or context, I can help with more tailored steps.