How To Fix BL101 - Message &1 is not defined in language &3 and work area &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BL - Application Log

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Message &1 is not defined in language &3 and work area &2.

What causes this issue?

Put message in table T100 with <TA:SE80>Create message</>.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BL101 - Message &1 is not defined in language &3 and work area &2. ?

  The SAP error message BL101 indicates that a specific message (identified by &1) is not defined in the specified language (&3) and work area (&2). This error typically arises when the system is trying to display a message that has not been properly configured or translated for the selected language or context.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Message Definition: The message you are trying to access has not been defined in the SAP system for the specified language.
  Language Settings: The user’s language settings may not match the available messages in the system.
  Work Area Configuration: The work area (or module) may not have the necessary messages defined for the selected language.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Message Definition:
  
  Use transaction code SE91 to check if the message number (represented by &1) is defined in the system.
  If it is not defined, you may need to create or modify the message using SE91 or SE80.
  
  
  
  Add Language Support:
  
  If the message exists but is not available in the specified language, you may need to add translations for that message.
  Use transaction SE63 to manage translations and ensure that the message is available in the required language.
  
  
  
  Verify User Settings:
  
  Check the user’s language settings in the user profile (transaction SU01) to ensure they are set to a language for which messages are defined.
  
  
  
  Check Work Area Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the work area (module) is correctly configured and that all necessary messages are defined for it.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance if the issue persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE91: Message Class Maintenance
  SE63: Translation Environment
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SE80: Object Navigator
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  Language Packs: Ensure that the necessary language packs are installed in your SAP system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BL101 error and ensure that the required messages are available in the appropriate language and work area.