How To Fix /AIF/LFA_MES010 - One "Field per Line" is not supported for complex data structures

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /AIF/LFA_MES -

• Message number: 010

• Message text: One "Field per Line" is not supported for complex data structures

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /AIF/LFA_MES010 - One "Field per Line" is not supported for complex data structures ?

  The SAP error message /AIF/LFA_MES010 indicates that the "Field per Line" format is not supported for complex data structures in the Application Interface Framework (AIF). This typically occurs when you are trying to process data that has a complex structure (like nested or hierarchical data) using a format that is only suitable for flat data structures.
  Cause:
  
  Complex Data Structure: The data you are trying to process is structured in a way that includes nested elements or multiple levels of hierarchy, which cannot be represented in a simple "Field per Line" format.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the interface might be set to expect a flat structure, but the incoming data is complex.
  Data Mapping Issues: The mapping of the incoming data to the target structure may not be correctly defined, leading to the system trying to interpret complex data as flat data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Change Data Format: If possible, modify the incoming data format to a structure that is compatible with the "Field per Line" requirement. This may involve flattening the data structure.
  Use a Different Interface: If the data is inherently complex, consider using an interface that supports complex data structures, such as XML or JSON formats, instead of a flat file format.
  Adjust Configuration: Review the AIF configuration settings to ensure that they are set up to handle complex data structures. This may involve changing the interface definition or the data mapping.
  Data Mapping: Ensure that the data mapping is correctly defined to handle the complex structure. You may need to create or adjust mappings to accommodate the nested elements.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or the AIF configuration guide for specific instructions on handling complex data structures.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP AIF Documentation: Check the official SAP documentation for Application Interface Framework for detailed guidelines on handling different data structures.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By addressing the structure of the incoming data and ensuring that the AIF configuration is appropriate for the data type, you should be able to resolve the error message /AIF/LFA_MES010.