How To Fix AFWGO_MESSAGES136 - End-of-day process step &1 not defined in Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AFWGO_MESSAGES - Messages for Development Class AFWGO

• Message number: 136

• Message text: End-of-day process step &1 not defined in Customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AFWGO_MESSAGES136 - End-of-day process step &1 not defined in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message AFWGO_MESSAGES136 indicates that there is an issue with the end-of-day (EOD) process configuration in the system. Specifically, it means that a particular step in the end-of-day process is not defined in the Customizing settings. This can occur in various SAP modules, particularly in the context of financial or logistics processes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The end-of-day process step referenced in the error message is not defined in the Customizing settings. This could be due to an incomplete setup or a missing entry in the configuration tables.
  Incorrect Customizing: The configuration might have been altered or deleted inadvertently, leading to the absence of the required step.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it might not have been included correctly, leading to missing steps.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Navigate to the relevant Customizing transaction (usually SPRO) and check the configuration for the end-of-day process.
  Ensure that all necessary steps are defined and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Steps:
  
  If the specific step mentioned in the error message is missing, you will need to define it in the Customizing settings.
  Consult the documentation or guidelines for your specific SAP module to understand what steps are required for the end-of-day process.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, check the transport requests to ensure that all necessary objects were included.
  If something is missing, you may need to re-transport the configuration or manually add the missing steps.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for your specific module to understand the required configuration for the end-of-day process.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the end-of-day process to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (Customizing), SE11 (Data Dictionary), or SE80 (Object Navigator) to investigate and modify the configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the Customizing settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP Basis or functional consultant who can provide deeper insights into the configuration and troubleshooting process.