How To Fix /CFG/APPL_CFGENT004 - Invalid value for Entity Type &1

/CFG/APPL_CFGENT004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CFG/APPL_CFGENT -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Invalid value for Entity Type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CFG/APPL_CFGENT004 - Invalid value for Entity Type &1 ?

  The SAP error message /CFG/APPL_CFGENT004 Invalid value for Entity Type &1 typically indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of an entity type in the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when working with configuration entities in SAP applications like SAP Cloud Platform, SAP S/4HANA, or other SAP modules that involve configuration management.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Entity Type: The entity type specified in the configuration does not match any of the valid entity types defined in the system.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the entity type name or identifier.
  Missing Configuration: The entity type may not be properly configured or may not exist in the system.
  Version Mismatch: The entity type may be valid in one version of the application but not in another, leading to compatibility issues.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Entity Type: Verify the entity type specified in the error message. Ensure that it is correctly spelled and