How To Fix DPVMS_UI_MSG028 - Operation type &1 is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPVMS_UI_MSG - VMS DP : Messages

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Operation type &1 is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPVMS_UI_MSG028 - Operation type &1 is not defined ?

  The SAP error message DPVMS_UI_MSG028 indicates that an operation type specified in your transaction or process is not defined in the system. This can occur in various contexts, such as during the execution of a transaction, when trying to perform a specific operation, or when working with certain modules in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The operation type you are trying to use has not been defined in the system configuration. This could be due to a missing entry in the relevant customizing settings.
  Incorrect Input: The operation type may have been entered incorrectly, either due to a typo or because the operation type does not exist in the current context.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain operation types, leading to this error.
  System Version or Module: The operation type may be valid in one version of SAP or in a different module but not in the current context you are working in.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the area where operation types are defined.
  Ensure that the operation type you are trying to use is defined and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Input:
  
  Double-check the input for the operation type. Ensure that it is spelled correctly and that it corresponds to a valid operation type in the system.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the operation. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific module you are working with to understand the valid operation types and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to the module you are working in, as they may provide insights into configuration settings.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.