How To Fix NO009 - No menu bar proposal defined for &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NO - Convert a new Menu Painter source into an old one

• Message number: 009

• Message text: No menu bar proposal defined for &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NO009 - No menu bar proposal defined for &1 ?

  The SAP error message NO009 ("No menu bar proposal defined for &1") typically occurs when the system is unable to find a menu bar configuration for a specific transaction or program. This can happen for various reasons, such as missing or misconfigured menu settings in the SAP GUI or issues with the user profile.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Menu Bar Configuration: The transaction or program you are trying to access does not have a defined menu bar proposal.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not have the necessary settings or authorizations to display the menu bar.
  Custom Development: If the transaction is a custom development, the menu bar may not have been properly defined in the program.
  SAP GUI Settings: There may be issues with the SAP GUI settings or installation.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Menu Bar Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the transaction or program has a menu bar defined. This can be checked in the transaction SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE41 (Menu Painter).
  If you are a developer, you may need to create or modify the menu bar proposal for the specific transaction.
  
  
  
  User Profile Settings:
  
  Check the user profile settings in transaction SU01. Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the menu.
  You can also try logging in with a different user account to see if the issue persists.
  
  
  
  SAP GUI Settings:
  
  Ensure that your SAP GUI is up to date. Sometimes, older versions of the GUI may not support certain features.
  Check the GUI settings to ensure that the menu bar is enabled.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide patches or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE80 (Object Navigator), SE41 (Menu Painter), SU01 (User Maintenance).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to menu configuration and user profiles for more detailed guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the NO009 error in SAP.