How To Fix /OSP/MSG471 - Setting type must not be blank: &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /OSP/MSG -

• Message number: 471

• Message text: Setting type must not be blank: &1 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /OSP/MSG471 - Setting type must not be blank: &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message /OSP/MSG471 Setting type must not be blank: &1 &2 typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when there is an issue with configuration settings related to a specific object or process. This error indicates that a required setting type is missing or has not been defined properly.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause of this error is that a required configuration setting has not been defined in the system. This could be due to incomplete setup during the initial configuration or changes made to the system that have not been fully implemented.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a data entry error where the setting type was supposed to be filled in but was left blank.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might not be handling the setting types correctly, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings: 
  
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