How To Fix ABADR033 - Source field & & cannot be left initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ABADR - Message Class for Characteristic Derivation

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Source field & & cannot be left initial

What causes this issue?

The derivation rule that uses the characteristic &V1& (&V2& &V3&)
requires it to have a characteristic value (not blank or "0").
Consequently, the system cannot interpret this as a source value.

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?

If you want to maintain entries with the value "initial" for this
characteristic, you need to allow this in the field attributes for this
characteristic in the derivation rule.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ABADR033 - Source field & & cannot be left initial ?

  The SAP error message ABADR033 indicates that a source field in a data transfer or mapping process cannot be left empty (initial). This error typically occurs in the context of data transfer processes, such as when using the Data Transfer Workbench (DTW), BAPIs, or other data import methods.
  Cause:
  The error arises when a required field is not populated with any data. In SAP, certain fields are mandatory for the successful execution of a transaction or data transfer. If these fields are left blank (initial), the system will throw this error to prevent incomplete data processing.
  Solution:
  To resolve the ABADR033 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Source Field: The error message will specify which source field is causing the issue. Look for the placeholders & & in the error message, which will indicate the specific field names.
  
  
  Check Data Mapping: Review the data mapping or transfer configuration to ensure that all required fields are correctly mapped to the source data. Make sure that the source data contains valid values for these fields.
  
  
  Populate Required Fields: Ensure that the source data being imported or processed includes values for all mandatory fields. If the field is supposed to be populated from an external source, verify that the source data is complete.
  
  
  Review Field Requirements: Consult the SAP documentation or the data model to understand which fields are mandatory for the specific transaction or process you are working with.
  
  
  Test the Data Transfer: After making the necessary adjustments, re-run the data transfer or process to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE37 (Function Modules), or SE80 (Object Navigator) to investigate the data structure and field requirements.
  Data Transfer Workbench (DTW): If you are using DTW, ensure that your import template is correctly filled out and that all mandatory fields are populated.
  BAPIs and IDocs: If you are using BAPIs or IDocs for data transfer, check the documentation for the specific BAPI or IDoc type to understand the required fields.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ABADR033 error and successfully complete your data transfer or processing task in SAP.