How To Fix GMMASTERDATA087 - Grant type &1 not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GMMASTERDATA - Grant master data maintenance messages only

• Message number: 087

• Message text: Grant type &1 not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GMMASTERDATA087 - Grant type &1 not defined ?

  The SAP error message GMMASTERDATA087 indicates that a specific grant type (denoted by &1) is not defined in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of Grant Management (GM) within SAP, where grant types are used to categorize and manage different types of grants.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The grant type you are trying to use has not been defined in the system. This could be due to a configuration oversight or because the grant type was never created.
  Incorrect Input: The grant type may have been entered incorrectly, leading to the system not recognizing it.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, the transport may not have included the necessary definitions for the grant type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Grant Type Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for Grant Management in SAP.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration menu.
  Follow the path: Public Sector Management > Grant Management > Master Data > Define Grant Types.
  Verify if the grant type you are trying to use is listed. If it is not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Grant Type:
  
  If the grant type is missing, you can create a new grant type by clicking on the "New Entries" button and filling in the required fields.
  Ensure that all necessary attributes and settings for the grant type are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Check for Typographical Errors:
  
  Double-check the input for the grant type to ensure there are no typographical errors or incorrect characters.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the grant type was supposed to be included in a transport request, verify that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  If needed, re-transport the configuration or manually create the grant type in the target system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify grant types in the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Grant Management to understand the implications and configurations related to grant types.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GMMASTERDATA087 error and successfully define or use the required grant type in your SAP system.