How To Fix /PF1/MSG_EH_CH_BAPI038 - Response type not found in database

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_EH_CH_BAPI -

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Response type not found in database

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH_CH_BAPI038 - Response type not found in database ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH_CH_BAPI038 Response type not found in database typically indicates that the system is unable to find a specific response type in the database that is required for processing a Business Application Programming Interface (BAPI) call related to the Event Handler (EH) in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Response Type: The response type that the BAPI is trying to access does not exist in the database. This could be due to a configuration issue or a missing entry in the relevant tables.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the Event Handler or the BAPI might not be set up correctly, leading to the system not being able to find the required response type.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the response type might not have been included or properly activated in the target system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data or missing entries in the relevant tables that store response types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Response Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO) and check the settings for the response types related to the Event Handler.
  Ensure that the response type you are trying to use is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Database Entries:
  
  Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the relevant tables (e.g., EH_RESPONSE_TYPE) to see if the response type exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  If needed, re-transport the missing objects or manually create the response type in the target system.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the BAPI to see where the error occurs and gather more information about the missing response type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific BAPI and Event Handler you are working with to ensure that all prerequisites are met.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error details and any relevant logs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAPI Documentation: Check the SAP Help Portal for documentation on the specific BAPI you are using.
  Event Management: Familiarize yourself with the Event Management module in SAP, as it may provide insights into how response types are managed.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or the specific BAPI to see if there are known issues or patches available.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.