How To Fix /AIF/RFC_FUNC_GEN071 - Field label and description from data element &1 is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /AIF/RFC_FUNC_GEN -

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Field label and description from data element &1 is empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /AIF/RFC_FUNC_GEN071 - Field label and description from data element &1 is empty ?

  The SAP error message /AIF/RFC_FUNC_GEN071 indicates that there is an issue with a field label and description from a data element being empty. This error typically arises in the context of the Application Interface Framework (AIF) when the system is trying to process data but encounters a field that lacks necessary metadata.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Field Label/Description: The data element associated with the field in question does not have a defined label or description in the SAP system. This can happen if the data element was created without proper documentation or if it has been modified incorrectly.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, it is possible that the data elements used in these developments do not have the required field labels or descriptions.
  Transport Issues: If the data element was transported from another system, it might not have been transported correctly, leading to missing metadata.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Element: Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) and check the data element associated with the field that is causing the error. Ensure that both the field label and description are filled in.
  
  If they are empty, you can edit the data element to add the necessary labels and descriptions.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code: If the error is related to custom developments, review the code to ensure that all data elements used have proper labels and descriptions defined.
  
  
  Transport Corrections: If the issue is due to a transport, check the transport logs and ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request. You may need to re-transport the data element with the correct metadata.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the functionality again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE80: Object Navigator (for checking custom developments)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Ensure that all custom data elements are well-documented to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  AIF Configuration: Review the AIF configuration to ensure that all necessary mappings and settings are correctly defined.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /AIF/RFC_FUNC_GEN071 and ensure that all data elements have the required field labels and descriptions.