How To Fix WXP266 - Enter the name of an existing program

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WXP - Retail Planning

• Message number: 266

• Message text: Enter the name of an existing program

What causes this issue?

You want to schedule link program &V1&. However, this program has not
yet been created in the system.

System Response

The program cannot be scheduled.

How to fix this error?

Correct your entry or enter program &V1& in the system.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WXP266 - Enter the name of an existing program ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WXP266 - Enter the name of an existing program
  
  Cause:
  This message typically appears when you are trying to execute or reference a program in SAP, but the program name you entered does not exist in the system. It means the system cannot find a program with the name you provided.
  Common scenarios include:
  
  Typing a program name incorrectly (typo or case sensitivity).
  Referring to a program that has not been created or has been deleted.
  Using a program name in a transaction or report selection screen where a valid program name is required.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Program Name:
  
  Verify the spelling and case of the program name you entered.
  Make sure the program name exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Search for the Program:
  
  Use transaction SE38 or SA38 to search for the program.
  If you are unsure of the exact name, use wildcards (e.g., Z* or *PROG*) to find similar program names.
  
  
  
  Create the Program (if missing):
  
  If the program does not exist and you have the authorization, create it in SE38.
  If the program should exist but is missing, check with your development team or Basis team.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Sometimes the program exists but you do not have authorization to see or execute it.
  Verify your user roles and authorizations with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Correct the Reference:
  
  If the program name is being called from a custom transaction, variant, or another program, ensure the reference is correct.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SE38 / SA38: Program Editor and Program Execution.
  Transaction SE80: Object Navigator, useful for searching programs.
  Authorization Objects: S_PROGRAM (for program execution).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP OSS notes if the problem persists or if it is related to a specific SAP module or custom development.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  WXP266 means the program name entered does not exist.
  Verify and correct the program name.
  Use SE38/SA38 to find or create the program.
  Check user authorizations if the program exists but is not accessible.
  
  
  If you provide the context where this error occurs (e.g., during a specific transaction, report execution, or custom development), I can give more tailored advice.