How To Fix CBGLAPI406 - Bar code could not be generated; cause unknown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CBGLAPI - GLM-API: Standard Messages

• Message number: 406

• Message text: Bar code could not be generated; cause unknown

What causes this issue?

An error occurred while generating or processing the bar code on the WWI
server.

System Response

It was not possible to generate the bar code. The reason for this is
unknown.

How to fix this error?

Check the WWI log under <DS:TRAN.CGSADM>Manage Server Services</> for
other indications and contact the system administrator responsible for
the WWI server.

Procedure for System Administrators

Process the WWI server message: &V1&&V2&&V3&&V4&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CBGLAPI406 - Bar code could not be generated; cause unknown ?

  The SAP error message CBGLAPI406 indicates that the system was unable to generate a barcode, and the specific cause is not provided. This error can occur in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with barcode generation in SAP applications. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Possible Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The barcode type or format may not be properly configured in the system.
  Invalid Input Data: The data being used to generate the barcode may be invalid or not conforming to the expected format.
  Font Issues: The required barcode font may not be installed or accessible in the SAP environment.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to generate barcodes.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the SAP kernel or related components.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that the barcode type you are trying to generate is correctly configured in the system. This can be done in transaction codes like