How To Fix /AIF/PERS_TBL_GEN006 - Choose a valid prefix

/AIF/PERS_TBL_GEN006 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /AIF/PERS_TBL_GEN -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Choose a valid prefix

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /AIF/PERS_TBL_GEN006 - Choose a valid prefix ?

  The SAP error message /AIF/PERS_TBL_GEN006 Choose a valid prefix typically occurs in the context of the Application Interface Framework (AIF) when there is an issue with the configuration of the interface or the prefix used for the message types.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Prefix: The prefix specified in the configuration does not match any of the valid prefixes defined in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the AIF settings, particularly in the interface definitions or message types.
  Missing Entries: The required entries for the prefix may not be present in the relevant tables or configuration settings.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Prefix Configuration:
  
  Go to the AIF configuration settings and verify the prefixes defined for your message types.
  Ensure that the prefix you are trying to use is valid and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Update Interface Definitions:
  
  If you are creating or modifying an interface, ensure that the prefix you are using is correctly defined in the interface definition.
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