How To Fix /BEV4/PLPEND101 - Customizing error: Key error type missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BEV4/PLPEND -

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Customizing error: Key error type missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BEV4/PLPEND101 - Customizing error: Key error type missing ?

  The SAP error message /BEV4/PLPEND101 Customizing error: Key error type missing typically occurs in the context of the SAP Beverage Management module (BEV4). This error indicates that there is a missing configuration related to key error types in the system, which is necessary for processing certain transactions or functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The error usually arises when the necessary customizing settings for key error types have not been defined in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it might not have included all necessary components.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data or settings that lead to the system being unable to find the required key error type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) by using transaction code SPRO.
  Navigate to the relevant section for Beverage Management and check the settings for key error types.
  Ensure that all necessary key error types are defined and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Define Key Error Types:
  
  If key error types are missing, you may need to create them. This can typically be done in the relevant customizing area.
  Make sure to assign the appropriate attributes and values to the key error types.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the error occurred after a transport, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects were included.
  If something is missing, you may need to re-transport the configuration or manually adjust the settings in the target system.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the customizing settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the Beverage Management module for any specific instructions or known issues regarding key error types.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide additional insights or patches if this is a known issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for customizing, SE11 for data dictionary, and SE80 for object navigator.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the Beverage Management module and the specific error message for any updates or fixes.
  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 and resolve the cause of the /BEV4/PLPEND101 Customizing error: Key error type missing error in your SAP system.