How To Fix OM172 - Transaction/event was & not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OM - Customizing Materialwirtschaft

• Message number: 172

• Message text: Transaction/event was & not defined

What causes this issue?

Transaction &V1& is referenced by posting string &V2& but is not defined
in the system.

Transaction <ZH>FRX</>
Transaction FRX cannot be simulated. When posting is actually made, it
is replaced by the transaction (e.g. FR1, FR2) defined in the freight
condition of the PO. It is not known when simulating which condition
will be entered in the PO.
Other transaction
If this refers to a transaction other than FRX, the settings have been
maintained inconsistently, as predefined transactions are supplied by
SAP on delivery.

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?

Transaction FRX
Ignore this message.
If you have defined freight conditions in purchasing, check manually
which accounts in account determination (Customizing system of
Valuation) have been assigned to these transactions.
Other transaction
Contact your system administrator.


Contact your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OM172 - Transaction/event was & not defined ?

  The SAP error message OM172, which states "Transaction/event was & not defined," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) or financial accounting (FI) modules when a transaction or event type is not properly configured or defined in the system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the posting of transactions, when trying to execute reports, or when performing certain operations that require specific event types.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The event type or transaction code you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Transaction Code: The transaction code entered may be incorrect or not applicable for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specific transaction or event type.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may not be properly configured or may have errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP for the relevant module (e.g., CO or FI).
  Ensure that the event type or transaction code is defined correctly. This can usually be done in the SPRO transaction under the relevant configuration path.
  For example, in CO, you might check under "Controlling" -> "Cost Element Accounting" -> "Master Data" -> "Define Transaction Types."
  
  
  
  Verify Transaction Code:
  
  Double-check the transaction code you are using to ensure it is correct and valid for the operation you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to execute the transaction or access the event type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module to understand the required configurations for the transaction/event type.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it involves custom developments.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as SPRO (for configuration), SE80 (for development), and SU53 (for authorization checks).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error OM172 in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific notes addressing this error with additional guidance or patches.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the OM172 error and implement a solution to resolve it.