How To Fix 62328 - Main usage type '&' is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 62 - Message Texts for Real Estate

• Message number: 328

• Message text: Main usage type '&' is not defined

What causes this issue?

The main usage type '&V1&' that you have entered for property or
building is not defined.

System Response

Your entry is not accepted.

How to fix this error?

The definition of the main usage type depends on whether asset
accounting has been installed.
If asset accounting has been installed, the system automatically takes
over the asset class of the asset assigned to the object as the main
usage type.
If asset accounting has not been installed, you must enter one of the
values defined in Real Estate Customizing (F4).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 62328 - Main usage type '&' is not defined ?

  The SAP error message 62328, which states "Main usage type '&' is not defined," typically occurs in the context of SAP's usage type configuration, particularly in modules related to logistics or materials management. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference a main usage type that has not been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The main usage type you are trying to use has not been defined in the system. This could be due to a configuration oversight during system setup or changes made to the configuration.
  Incorrect Input: The usage type may have been entered incorrectly in the transaction or program, leading to the system not recognizing it.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system (like a development or quality assurance system), it may not have been transported correctly or completely.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Main Usage Type:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (usually through SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant area where usage types are defined (e.g., Materials Management or Logistics).
  Check if the main usage type is defined. If not, create a new entry for it.
  
  
  
  Check for Typographical Errors:
  
  Review the input where the error occurred to ensure that the usage type is entered correctly. Look for any typos or incorrect characters.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the relevant configuration was included and successfully imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to define usage types and ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (for configuration) or SE11 (for data dictionary) to check the definitions and settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify configuration settings in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.