How To Fix 50073 - Invalid source for required target element component &1.&2. &4

50073 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 50 - Messages in Package EEOB

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Invalid source for required target element component &1.&2. &4

What causes this issue?

An error has occurred that has prevented further processing. This is
most likely due to a Customizing error.
The following information should enable a specialist to locate the
problem so that it can be resolved more quickly.
The source of the obligatory target element component <ZH>&V1&.&V2&</>
is invalid or not available during container transformation.
Further information:
&V4&
Source element name or literal:
<ZH>&V3&</>

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator specifying the error situation
concerned.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 50073 - Invalid source for required target element component &1.&2. &4 ?

  The SAP error message 50073, which states "Invalid source for required target element component &1.&2. &4," typically occurs in the context of data transfer or integration processes, particularly when working with SAP's Application Interface Framework (AIF) or similar data handling scenarios. This error indicates that there is an issue with the source data that is supposed to populate a required target element in a data structure.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Source Data: The source data that is supposed to fill the target element is either missing or does not match the expected format or type.
  Mapping Issues: There may be a problem with the mapping configuration between the source and target elements, leading to an invalid reference.
  Data Structure Changes: Changes in the data structure (e.g., changes in the data model or interface) that have not been reflected in the mapping or data transfer logic.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration in the AIF or related components