How To Fix CMT038 - No life cycle profile is defined in Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMT - CM: Message Class in CM Environment

• Message number: 038

• Message text: No life cycle profile is defined in Customizing

What causes this issue?

In Customizing Configuration Management no
<DS:GLOS.3969181F0DA4D3118F360060B03CA38C>life cycle profile</> is
defined.

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?

INCLUDE NA_SYSADMIN1

Procedure for System Administrators

You maintain life cycle profiles in Customizing Configuration
Management in the work step Application control ->
<DS:SIMG.CMTAPPLC>Define life cycle profile</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMT038 - No life cycle profile is defined in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message CMT038, which states "No life cycle profile is defined in Customizing," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Change Management and Transport Management systems. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a life cycle profile that is necessary for managing the life cycle of objects in the system.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the life cycle profile has not been defined or configured in the SAP system. Life cycle profiles are used to manage the different stages of an object's life cycle, such as development, testing, and production. If the profile is missing, the system cannot determine how to handle the objects.
  Solution:
  To resolve the CMT038 error, you need to define a life cycle profile in the SAP Customizing settings. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Customizing:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Enter transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG.
  
  
  
  Navigate to the Relevant Section:
  
  Follow the path: Cross-Application Components -> Change Management -> Transport Management System -> Define Life Cycle Profiles.
  
  
  
  Define a Life Cycle Profile:
  
  In the "Define Life Cycle Profiles" section, you can create a new life cycle profile or modify an existing one.
  Ensure that you specify the necessary parameters for the life cycle profile, such as the stages of the life cycle and the associated transport routes.
  
  
  
  Assign the Life Cycle Profile:
  
  After defining the life cycle profile, ensure that it is assigned to the relevant objects or transport requests that require it.
  
  
  
  Save Your Changes:
  
  Once you have made the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After defining and assigning the life cycle profile, try to perform the action that previously resulted in the CMT038 error to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on life cycle profiles and their configuration.
  Transport Management System (TMS): Understanding TMS and its components can help in managing transports effectively.
  Change Management: Familiarize yourself with the change management processes in SAP to better understand how life cycle profiles fit into the overall system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to check for additional configuration settings or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.