How To Fix /AIF/LFA_MES135 - No Excel header configuration found for &1/&2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /AIF/LFA_MES -

• Message number: 135

• Message text: No Excel header configuration found for &1/&2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /AIF/LFA_MES135 - No Excel header configuration found for &1/&2 ?

  The SAP error message /AIF/LFA_MES135 No Excel header configuration found for &1/&2 typically occurs in the context of the Application Interface Framework (AIF) when trying to process data in Excel format. This error indicates that the system cannot find the necessary configuration for the Excel header that corresponds to the specified parameters.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause of this error is that there is no configuration set up for the Excel header for the specified interface or message type.
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters (&1 and &2) may refer to an interface or message type that does not have a corresponding Excel header configuration.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the AIF configuration settings in your SAP system.
  Navigate to the relevant interface or message type and check if the Excel header configuration exists.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it. This typically involves defining the structure of the Excel file, including the headers.
  
  
  
  Create Excel Header Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code /AIF/CONFIG to access the AIF configuration.
  Under the relevant interface, create a new Excel header configuration.
  Define the necessary fields and their mappings to ensure that the Excel file can be processed correctly.
  
  
  
  Validate Parameters:
  
  Ensure that the parameters being passed to the AIF are correct and correspond to the existing configurations.
  Check for any typos or incorrect values that might lead to the system not finding the configuration.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, verify that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  Check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate issues during the transport process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed steps on configuring Excel headers in AIF.
  If needed, consult with your SAP Basis or AIF specialist for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /AIF/CONFIG for configuration and /AIF/TRACE for tracing messages.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to AIF and Excel header configurations.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and shared experiences regarding similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that your Excel header configuration is correctly set up for the specified interface.