How To Fix /BDL/BDL3028 - Unknown addon type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BDL/BDL3 -

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Unknown addon type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BDL/BDL3028 - Unknown addon type ?

  The SAP error message /BDL/BDL3028 Unknown addon type typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Data Management or when dealing with Business Add-Ins (BAdIs) and enhancements. This error indicates that the system is unable to recognize or find the specified add-on type that is being referenced in the configuration or during execution.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Add-On Type: The add-on type specified in the configuration may not exist or may be misspelled.
  Missing Add-On: The required add-on may not be installed or activated in the SAP system.
  Version Mismatch: The add-on may be incompatible with the current version of the SAP system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to the add-on.
  Transport Issues: If the add-on was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Add-On Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for the add-on in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the add-on type is correctly specified and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Install or Activate the Add-On:
  
  If the add-on is not installed, you may need to install it using the Software Update Manager (SUM) or the SAP Add-On Installation Tool.
  If it is installed but not activated, activate it through the SAP GUI.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the documentation for the specific add-on to ensure that it is compatible with your version of SAP and that all prerequisites are met.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the add-on was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transport process.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message and any relevant details about your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to investigate the add-on and its components.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the /BDL/BDL3028 Unknown addon type error and implement a solution.