How To Fix GG801 - You have not entered a valid user exit

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GG - Messages for FI-SL customizing

• Message number: 801

• Message text: You have not entered a valid user exit

What causes this issue?

If you want to define a master data exit for a field, it must have the
format =xx , where xx represents a 2-digit number.
The user exit itself must exist as an include in program SAPLGUMD.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GG801 - You have not entered a valid user exit ?

  The SAP error message GG801, which states "You have not entered a valid user exit," typically occurs in the context of user exits in SAP, particularly when working with enhancements or customizations in the system. User exits are predefined points in the SAP code where you can add your own custom code without modifying the original SAP codebase.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid User Exit Name: The user exit name you have entered may not exist or may be misspelled.
  User Exit Not Implemented: The user exit you are trying to use may not have been implemented in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or implement the user exit.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the user exit from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Exit Name: Verify that the user exit name you are entering is correct and exists in the system. You can check the available user exits in transaction code SMOD or CMOD.
  Implement User Exit: If the user exit is valid but not implemented, you may need to implement it using transaction CMOD. Create a project and include the user exit in that project.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and implement user exits. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to user exits in the relevant module to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific user exit you are trying to use for any additional requirements or steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SMOD: To find and manage user exits.
  CMOD: To create and manage enhancement projects.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to the user exit in question.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP technical consultant or developer who can provide deeper insights into the specific user exit and its implementation.