How To Fix AH143 - Smallest from-block &1 is not zero

AH143 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AH - IS-U billing (master data)

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Smallest from-block &1 is not zero

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AH143 - Smallest from-block &1 is not zero ?

  The SAP error message AH143, which states "Smallest from-block &1 is not zero," typically occurs in the context of data extraction or data processing, particularly when dealing with data blocks in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or during data loading processes. This error indicates that there is an issue with the data blocks being processed, specifically that the smallest "from-block" value is not zero, which is expected in certain scenarios.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Block Configuration: The error often arises when the configuration of the data blocks is incorrect. The system expects the smallest from-block to start at zero, but it finds a different value.
  Data Source Issues: There may be issues with the data source from which the data is being extracted. If the data source is not properly set up or if there are inconsistencies in the data, this error can occur.
  Transformation Rules: If there are transformation rules that manipulate the data during extraction