How To Fix GEF_CUST_MSG020 - The Framework Technical Structure is not defined in the System Settings.

GEF_CUST_MSG020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GEF_CUST_MSG - Message class for GEF customizing

• Message number: 020

• Message text: The Framework Technical Structure is not defined in the System Settings.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GEF_CUST_MSG020 - The Framework Technical Structure is not defined in the System Settings. ?

  The SAP error message GEF_CUST_MSG020 indicates that the framework technical structure is not defined in the system settings. This error typically arises in the context of SAP applications that rely on specific configurations for frameworks, such as SAP S/4HANA or SAP Business Technology Platform.
  
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The technical structure required for the framework is not set up in the system settings.
  Incorrect Settings: The existing configuration may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the framework settings.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO) and check if the framework technical structure is defined.
  Look for settings related to the specific framework you are working with (e.g., GEF settings).
  
  
  
  Define