How To Fix /AIF/ERROR_HANDLING083 - Screen or module is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /AIF/ERROR_HANDLING -

• Message number: 083

• Message text: Screen or module is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /AIF/ERROR_HANDLING083 - Screen or module is not defined ?

  The SAP error message /AIF/ERROR_HANDLING083: Screen or module is not defined typically occurs in the context of the Application Interface Framework (AIF) when there is an issue with the configuration of error handling or the definition of the screen/module that is supposed to be used for error processing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The error may arise if the error handling configuration is incomplete or not properly set up in the AIF.
  Incorrect Module/Screen Name: The specified screen or module name in the configuration might be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it might not have been transported correctly, leading to missing definitions.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user might not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified screen or module.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the AIF configuration settings and verify that the error handling settings are correctly defined.
  Ensure that the screen/module you are trying to access is properly configured and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Verify Module/Screen Name:
  
  Double-check the names of the screens/modules in the configuration. Make sure they match the actual names in the system.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the configuration was transported, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the error handling screen/module. You may need to check the roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the AIF process to identify where the error is occurring. This may provide more insight into what is missing or misconfigured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to AIF and error handling for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  AIF Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the Application Interface Framework for detailed information on configuration and error handling.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or SAP support channels for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /AIF/ERROR_HANDLING083.