How To Fix IFME_LOG001 - Message type is not defined (ID: &1, Number: &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IFME_LOG - IFME: Loging

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Message type is not defined (ID: &1, Number: &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IFME_LOG001 - Message type is not defined (ID: &1, Number: &2) ?

  The SAP error message IFME_LOG001, which states "Message type is not defined (ID: &1, Number: &2)," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Financial Management (FM) module, particularly when dealing with budget management or related functionalities. This error indicates that the system is trying to process a message type that has not been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The message type specified by the ID and number in the error message is not defined in the system configuration. This could be due to a missing entry in the relevant customizing tables.
  Incorrect Message Type: The message type being referenced may be incorrect or not applicable for the current transaction or process.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the message type may not have been included or properly transported.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the configuration for message types in the FM module.
  Ensure that the message type with the specified ID and number is defined and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Message Type:
  
  If the message type is indeed missing, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in the customizing settings for the FM module.
  Ensure that all necessary parameters and settings for the message type are correctly filled out.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  Check the transaction or process that triggered the error. Ensure that the correct message type is being used and that it is appropriate for the context.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific message type and its intended use.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects related to the message type were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for checking configurations and definitions.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to IFME_LOG001 for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.