How To Fix WTY163 - No item exists with reference & to recall

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WTY - Warranty processing

• Message number: 163

• Message text: No item exists with reference & to recall

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WTY163 - No item exists with reference & to recall ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WTY163 - No item exists with reference & to recall
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you attempt to recall or reference a document/item in SAP, but the system cannot find any item matching the given reference number or criteria. Essentially, the system is trying to fetch or process an item that does not exist or is not available in the database under the specified reference.
  Common scenarios include:
  
  Trying to recall a workflow task or document that has already been deleted or does not exist.
  Entering an incorrect or outdated reference number.
  The referenced item might have been archived or moved.
  The document/item is not yet created or not yet saved in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify the Reference Number:
  
  Double-check the reference number or key you are using to recall the item.
  Ensure that the reference is correct and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Document Status:
  
  Confirm that the document/item you want to recall is not deleted, archived, or locked.
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE16N to search for the item in the relevant tables.
  
  
  
  Check Workflow or Process Status:
  
  If this error occurs in a workflow context, verify that the workflow item/task still exists.
  Use transaction SWI1 or SWIA to check workflow items.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Re-enter the Document:
  
  If the item does not exist, you may need to create it again or use a valid existing reference.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code or Enhancements:
  
  If this error arises from a custom program or enhancement, debug the code to ensure the reference is correctly passed and handled.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for notes related to WTY163 for any known issues or patches.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWI1 - Workflow log and item search.
  SWIA - Work item administration.
  SE16 / SE16N - Data browser to check tables.
  MB51 or other document display transactions depending on the document type.
  
  
  
  Tables:
  
  Depending on the document type, check relevant tables (e.g., VBAK for sales orders, MKPF for material documents).
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any updates or bug fixes related to this error message.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., transaction, module, or process where the error occurs), I can help with a more specific solution.