BL243 - Display profile: Message field catalog: Internal error (see long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BL - Application Log

• Message number: 243

• Message text: Display profile: Message field catalog: Internal error (see long text)

Application Log: Display logs:
Display profile I_S_DISPLAY_PROFILE format internal error.
New field names were assigned for the message field catalog (MESS_FCAT)
internal generation.
These field names could not be found for field catalog entry &V1& (&V2&
-&V3&).
This is an internal error, caused by an Application Log coding error,
not by a display profile error.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BL243 - Display profile: Message field catalog: Internal error (see long text) ?

  The SAP error message BL243, which states "Display profile: Message field catalog: Internal error (see long text)," typically indicates an issue related to the display profile configuration or the message field catalog in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including inconsistencies in the configuration, missing entries, or issues with the underlying data.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a problem with the display profile configuration in the system.
  Missing Entries: Required entries in the message field catalog may be missing or incorrectly defined.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data that the display profile is trying to access.
  System Bugs: Occasionally, this error can be caused by bugs in the SAP system or specific transactions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings for the display profile and ensure that all required fields and settings are correctly defined.
  Use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Review Message Field Catalog:
  
  Check the message field catalog for any missing or incorrect entries. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or configuration area.
  Ensure that all necessary fields are included in the catalog.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the data being processed to ensure there are no inconsistencies or errors that could be causing the issue.
  Check for any recent changes in data that might have led to this error.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant logs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE37 (Function Module) to investigate the underlying objects related to the error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to display profiles and message field catalogs for a better understanding of their configuration and usage.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the BL243 error and implement a suitable solution.