How To Fix /PF1/MSG_LOG_GUI012 - Message type is incorrect

/PF1/MSG_LOG_GUI012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_LOG_GUI -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Message type is incorrect

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_LOG_GUI012 - Message type is incorrect ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_LOG_GUI012 indicates that there is an issue with the message type being used in the system. This error typically arises in the context of message logging or communication between different components in SAP, particularly when the message type does not match the expected format or type.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Message Type: The message type being used may not be defined correctly in the system or may not match the expected type for the operation being performed.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the message handling settings, such as incorrect settings in the message type configuration or in the communication settings.
  Data Issues: The data being processed may not conform to the expected structure or format, leading to a mismatch in the message type.
  System Bugs: Occasionally, this error can be caused by bugs in the SAP system or specific transactions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Message Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code WE20 (Partner Profiles)