/INCMD/MSG080 - Maintain settings at the application level first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /INCMD/MSG -

• Message number: 080

• Message text: Maintain settings at the application level first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /INCMD/MSG080 - Maintain settings at the application level first ?

  The SAP error message /INCMD/MSG080 Maintain settings at the application level first typically indicates that there is a configuration issue related to the application settings in the SAP system. This error often arises when trying to execute a transaction or process that requires certain settings to be defined at the application level, but those settings have not been properly maintained.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The application settings required for the transaction or process you are trying to execute have not been set up in the system.
  Incorrect Customization: There may be incorrect or incomplete customization in the application area that is causing the system to not recognize the necessary settings.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or maintain the required settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Application Settings: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in the SAP system (usually through SPRO - SAP Project Reference Object).
  Ensure that all necessary settings for the application are maintained. This may include settings for specific modules or functionalities that you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Maintain Required Parameters:
  
  Identify the specific parameters or settings that are missing. This may require consulting documentation or reaching out to a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant area.
  Make sure to maintain these settings according to the business requirements.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access and maintain the application settings.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation or notes related to the specific application or module you are working with. This can provide insights into what settings are required.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the application, you may need to use specific transaction codes to access the configuration settings (e.g., SPRO for project reference, or specific transaction codes for the module in question).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and the solutions they implemented.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or a consultant who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific system configuration and requirements.