How To Fix ST560 - Terminology cannot be defined without first defining user settings

ST560 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ST - Terminology Database

• Message number: 560

• Message text: Terminology cannot be defined without first defining user settings

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ST560 - Terminology cannot be defined without first defining user settings ?

  The SAP error message ST560, which states "Terminology cannot be defined without first defining user settings," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when you are trying to access or configure terminology settings without having the necessary user settings defined.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises because the system requires specific user settings to be established before you can define or modify terminology. This is often related to the configuration of the SAP system where terminology is used for various purposes, such as in the context of SAP Business Workflow, SAP Fiori, or other applications that rely on user-specific settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ST560 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Define User Settings:
  
  Navigate to the user settings in the SAP GUI. You can usually do this by going to the menu and selecting System > User Profile > Own Data (or use transaction code SU3).
  Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out, including language settings, user