How To Fix WZ053 - Event &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WZ - Workflow: Model objects

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Event &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

Event not (yet) defined.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Define the event with transaction SM62.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WZ053 - Event &1 does not exist ?

  SAP Error Message:
  WZ053 Event &1 does not exist
  
  
  Cause:
  This warning message occurs when the system tries to process or reference an event (identified by &1) that is not defined or does not exist in the system. In SAP, events are often used in workflow, HR, or other modules to trigger certain actions. If the event ID specified is incorrect, missing, or has been deleted, the system cannot find it and raises this warning.
  
  Typical Scenarios:
  
  In SAP HR (Personnel Administration), events correspond to personnel actions or infotypes. If a personnel action event code is not maintained or incorrectly entered, this message appears.
  In SAP Workflow, if a workflow event is triggered but the event definition is missing or not created.
  During data migration or custom development, if event codes are referenced but not properly created or maintained.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Event ID:
  Verify the event ID (&1) mentioned in the message. Ensure it is correctly spelled and corresponds