How To Fix S_DX_BAPI237 - No message type is defined for object type &1 and function module &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_DX_BAPI - Messages for MDTB Workbench (Mass Data Transfer Using BAPIs)

• Message number: 237

• Message text: No message type is defined for object type &1 and function module &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_DX_BAPI237 - No message type is defined for object type &1 and function module &2 ?

  The SAP error message S_DX_BAPI237 indicates that there is no message type defined for a specific object type and function module. This typically occurs when you are trying to use a BAPI (Business Application Programming Interface) that requires a message type for error handling or communication, but the system cannot find the necessary configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Message Type Configuration: The most common cause is that the message type for the specified object type and function module has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Object Type or Function Module: There may be a typo or incorrect reference to the object type or function module in your code or configuration.
  Transport Issues: If the BAPI or related configurations were transported from another system, the message type might not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Message Type:
  
  Go to transaction WE81 (Message Types) to check if the message type exists for the specified object type.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create a new message type using transaction WE81 and link it to the appropriate object type and function module.
  
  
  
  Check Object Type and Function Module:
  
  Verify that you are using the correct object type and function module in your BAPI call. You can check the documentation or the BAPI interface in transaction BAPI or SE37.
  
  
  
  Transport Configuration:
  
  If the BAPI was transported from another system, ensure that all related objects, including message types, were included in the transport request. You may need to manually create the message type in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring message types for BAPIs.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the BAPI to see where the error occurs and gather more context about the missing configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAPI Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the specific BAPI you are using to understand its requirements and dependencies.
  Message Type Configuration: Familiarize yourself with how message types are configured in SAP, as this is crucial for error handling and communication in BAPIs.
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message S_DX_BAPI237 and ensure that your BAPI calls function correctly.