How To Fix /AIF/MES035 - Field check failed; &1 is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /AIF/MES -

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Field check failed; &1 is empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /AIF/MES035 - Field check failed; &1 is empty ?

  The SAP error message /AIF/MES035 Field check failed; &1 is empty typically indicates that a required field in the Application Interface Framework (AIF) is empty when it is expected to have a value. This error often occurs during data processing or when trying to send or receive messages through AIF.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause is that a mandatory field in the message structure is not populated. This could be due to incorrect data mapping, missing data in the source system, or issues in the data transformation process.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the AIF settings that define which fields are mandatory.
  Data Validation: The system may have validation rules that require certain fields to be filled, and if they are not, this error will be triggered.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Message Structure: Review the message structure in AIF to identify which field is empty. The &1 in the error message will typically indicate the specific field that is causing the issue.
  Populate Required Fields: Ensure that all mandatory fields are populated with valid data before processing the message. This may involve checking the source data or the transformation logic.
  Review AIF Configuration: Check the AIF configuration settings to ensure that the mandatory fields are correctly defined and that there are no discrepancies in the mapping.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the AIF processing to trace where the data is being lost or not populated.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to AIF for any specific guidelines or known issues regarding the error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like AIFMON (AIF Monitoring) to monitor the messages and see detailed logs that can help identify the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.