How To Fix SF144 - No area menu chosen

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SF - SAPfind: Message Texts

• Message number: 144

• Message text: No area menu chosen

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SF144 - No area menu chosen ?

  The SAP error message SF144: No area menu chosen typically occurs when a user tries to access a transaction or function in SAP but the system cannot find the appropriate area menu assigned to the user profile. This can happen for various reasons, such as missing authorizations, incorrect user settings, or issues with the user profile.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Area Menu Assignment: The user profile does not have an area menu assigned, which is necessary for navigation.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the area menu or the specific transaction.
  User Profile Configuration: The user profile may not be correctly configured in the SAP system.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the overall system configuration or the specific client settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Profile:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID.
  Check the "Parameters" tab to see if an area menu is assigned. If not, you may need to assign one.
  
  
  
  Assign Area Menu:
  
  If the area menu is missing, you can assign it by editing the user profile in SU01 or by using transaction PFCG to manage roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the area menu and the transactions within it. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs to see if there are any authorization failures.
  
  
  
  Check User Roles:
  
  Ensure that the user has the correct roles assigned that include access to the required area menu. You can do this in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis team or system administrator to check for any system-wide issues or configurations that may be affecting user access.
  
  
  
  Log Off and Log Back In:
  
  Sometimes, simply logging off and logging back into the SAP system can resolve temporary issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on user profiles and area menus.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SF144 error and regain access to the necessary functions in SAP.