How To Fix I4715 - Message category (&) is not defined

I4715 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: I4 - WCM: Work Clearance Management

• Message number: 715

• Message text: Message category (&) is not defined

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE WCM_SAP OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message I4715 - Message category (&) is not defined ?

  The SAP error message I4715, which states "Message category (&) is not defined," typically occurs when the system encounters a message category that has not been properly defined in the configuration. This can happen in various contexts, such as during the execution of certain transactions or when processing data.
  
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Message Category: The specific message category referenced in the error is not defined in the system. This could be due to a configuration oversight or a missing entry in the relevant tables.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might reference a message category that has not been created or activated.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the message category may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration area in SAP where message categories are defined. This is often found in the IMG (Implementation Guide)