/CDBASIS/MSG021 - Invalid customizing value [&1 - &2]

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CDBASIS/MSG -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Invalid customizing value [&1 - &2]

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CDBASIS/MSG021 - Invalid customizing value [&1 - &2] ?

  The SAP error message /CDBASIS/MSG021 Invalid customizing value [&1 - &2] typically indicates that there is an issue with a configuration or customizing value in the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during the execution of a transaction or when trying to access certain functionalities that rely on specific customizing settings.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Configuration: The error usually arises when a customizing value that is expected by the system is either missing, incorrect, or not defined properly in the customizing settings.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that are being referenced, such as missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Transport Issues: If the customizing settings were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process that led to missing or incorrect values.
  User Authorization: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain customizing settings, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Customizing Settings: Go to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and verify the settings related to the error. Ensure that the values for the parameters indicated by &1 and &2 are correctly defined.
  Review Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate what went wrong during the transport process.
  Data Consistency Check: Use transaction codes like SE11 or SE16 to check the relevant database tables for the values that are causing the error. Ensure that the expected entries exist and are correct.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the customizing settings. You can check this using transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Consult Documentation: If the error is related to a specific module or functionality, consult the SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the expected customizing values.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other online resources where similar issues may have been discussed.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program or transaction that triggered the error to get more insights into what might be going wrong.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.