How To Fix /BOFU/BAL_BO009 - Message Id &1 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOFU/BAL_BO -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Message Id &1 is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOFU/BAL_BO009 - Message Id &1 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message /BOFU/BAL_BO009 Message Id &1 is invalid typically occurs in the context of Business Object Framework (BOF) or Business Application Log (BAL) when there is an issue with the message ID being referenced in a transaction or program. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Message ID: The message ID specified in the error does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or because the message ID has not been defined in the relevant message class.
  Missing Message Class: The message class that should contain the message ID is not available or has not been activated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the message class or the specific message ID.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the application that are causing the system to reference an incorrect or non-existent message ID.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Message ID: Verify that the message ID specified in the error message is correct. Check for any typos or incorrect references.
  Review Message Class: Use transaction SE91 to check if the message class containing the specified message ID exists and is properly defined. If it does not exist, you may need to create it or correct the reference.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the message class and the specific message ID. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify where the invalid message ID is being referenced.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the specific application or module you are working with to see if there are known issues or updates that address this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE91: To manage message classes.
  SE80: To explore the development objects and check for any related programs or function modules.
  SU53: To analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to this error message, as there may be specific patches or updates that address the issue.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or SAP Community Network (SCN) for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same error.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.