How To Fix /AIF/EXT_CONTACT027 - No primary key provided for deleting the external contact

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /AIF/EXT_CONTACT -

• Message number: 027

• Message text: No primary key provided for deleting the external contact

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /AIF/EXT_CONTACT027 - No primary key provided for deleting the external contact ?

  The SAP error message /AIF/EXT_CONTACT027 No primary key provided for deleting the external contact typically occurs in the context of the Application Interface Framework (AIF) when attempting to delete an external contact without providing the necessary primary key information. This error indicates that the system cannot identify which external contact you are trying to delete because the required identifier (primary key) is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Primary Key: The primary key, which uniquely identifies the external contact in the system, is not provided in the delete request.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the external contact interface may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of the primary key in the request.
  Data Mapping Issues: There may be issues in the data mapping or transformation process that prevents the primary key from being included in the request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Provide the Primary Key: Ensure that the delete request includes the primary key of the external contact you wish to delete. This key is typically a unique identifier such as an ID or a combination of fields that uniquely identifies the record.
  
  
  Check Interface Configuration: Review the AIF configuration for the external contact interface to ensure that it is set up correctly. Make sure that the primary key is defined and mapped properly in the interface.
  
  
  Review Data Mapping: If you are using a middleware or transformation tool, check the data mapping to ensure that the primary key is being passed correctly in the delete request.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider enabling debugging or logging for the AIF to capture more detailed information about the request and identify where the primary key is being lost.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for AIF and external contact management to ensure that you are following the correct procedures for deleting external contacts.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP AIF Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Application Interface Framework to understand the configuration and usage of external contacts.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /AIF/IFMON for monitoring interfaces and /AIF/CONFIG for configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  By ensuring that the primary key is included in your delete request and verifying the configuration and mapping, you should be able to resolve the error message /AIF/EXT_CONTACT027.