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Message type: E = Error
Message class: C$ -
Message number: 421
Message text: Symbol &1&2: environment &3 is not defined
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C$421
- Symbol &1&2: environment &3 is not defined ?The SAP error message C$421 indicates that there is an issue with the environment variable that is not defined in the context of the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP ABAP programs or when working with SAP's transport management system.
Cause:
The error message C$421 occurs when:
- An environment variable (denoted as &3 in the error message) is referenced in the code or configuration but has not been defined or set in the system.
- The program or configuration is trying to access a symbol or variable that is expected to be defined in the environment but is missing.
Solution:
To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
Check Environment Variables:
- Verify that the environment variable mentioned in the error message (&3) is defined in the system. This can typically be done by checking the system settings or configuration files where environment variables are defined.
Define the Missing Environment Variable:
- If the environment variable is indeed missing, you will need to define it. This can usually be done in the system configuration or by using transaction codes like
RZ10
(for profile parameters) orRZ11
(for dynamic parameters).Review Code or Configuration:
- If the error is occurring in a custom ABAP program, review the code to ensure that the variable is being referenced correctly. Make sure that any necessary initialization or definition of the variable is done before it is used.
Check Transport Requests:
- If this error occurs during a transport operation, ensure that all necessary objects and configurations have been included in the transport request. Sometimes, missing objects can lead to undefined environment variables.
Consult Documentation:
- Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific environment variable or the context in which the error occurs. There may be specific instructions or known issues that can help resolve the problem.
Contact SAP Support:
- If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the full error message and context to help them diagnose the problem.
Related Information:
SM21
) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the C$421 error in your SAP system.
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