/CFG/EXP139 - Attribute &1 of type &2 with ID &3 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CFG/EXP -

• Message number: 139

• Message text: Attribute &1 of type &2 with ID &3 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CFG/EXP139 - Attribute &1 of type &2 with ID &3 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /CFG/EXP139 Attribute &1 of type &2 with ID &3 does not exist typically occurs in the context of configuration or customization in SAP systems, particularly when dealing with the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) or when working with configuration objects.
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that the system is trying to access an attribute that is either not defined or has been deleted. The placeholders in the message represent:
  
  &1: The name of the attribute.
  &2: The type of the attribute (e.g., a specific data type).
  &3: The ID associated with the attribute.
  
  Common causes for this error include:
  
  Missing Configuration: The attribute may not have been created or configured properly in the system.
  Incorrect ID: The ID being referenced may be incorrect or does not correspond to any existing attribute.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to missing attributes.
  Version Mismatch: The attribute may exist in a different version of the software or in a different client.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO) and verify if the attribute with the specified ID exists.
  Ensure that the attribute is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Verify IDs:
  
  Double-check the ID being referenced in the error message to ensure it is correct and corresponds to an existing attribute.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the configuration was transported, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and successfully imported.
  If necessary, re-transport the missing configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant SAP documentation or notes that may provide insights into the specific attribute and its expected configuration.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to see where the error is being triggered and gather more context about the missing attribute.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the specific error message or the configuration area you are working with. SAP Notes often provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as SE80 (Object Navigator), SE11 (Data Dictionary), or SE37 (Function Module).
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.