How To Fix CRM_EXT_REF401 - Profile type &1 is not defined;

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_EXT_REF - Messages for Add. External References Set

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Profile type &1 is not defined;

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_EXT_REF401 - Profile type &1 is not defined; ?

  The SAP error message "CRM_EXT_REF401 Profile type &1 is not defined" typically occurs in the context of SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) when the system is trying to access or utilize a profile type that has not been defined in the system. This can happen during various operations, such as data import, integration with other systems, or when executing specific transactions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Profile Definition: The profile type specified (represented by &1 in the error message) has not been created or configured in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the system where the profile type is expected but not properly set up.
  Data Migration Issues: If data is being migrated from another system, the profile type may not have been included in the migration process.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may reference a profile type that does not exist.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Profile Type:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration