How To Fix /AIF/STRUCT_GEN007 - Description is required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /AIF/STRUCT_GEN -

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Description is required

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /AIF/STRUCT_GEN007 - Description is required ?

  The SAP error message /AIF/STRUCT_GEN007 with the description "Description is required" typically occurs in the context of the Application Interface Framework (AIF) when a required field for a structure or interface is not filled in. This error indicates that a description, which is mandatory for the processing of the interface, is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Description: The most common cause of this error is that a required description field in the interface configuration or data structure is not populated.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the AIF interface where the description field is marked as mandatory but is not being provided in the data being processed.
  Data Mapping Errors: If the data being sent to the AIF does not include the necessary description field, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Interface Configuration:
  
  Go to the AIF configuration and check the interface settings. Ensure that all mandatory fields, including the description, are correctly defined.
  Verify that the description field is marked as required in the interface definition.
  
  
  
  Populate the Description Field:
  
  Ensure that the data being sent to the AIF includes a value for the description field. If you are using an external system to send data, make sure that the mapping includes the description.
  
  
  
  Review Data Mapping:
  
  If you are using a mapping tool or middleware, check the mapping configuration to ensure that the description field is being correctly populated from the source data.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the interface again to ensure that the error does not occur.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP AIF documentation for more details on the specific interface you are working with, as it may provide additional insights into required fields and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  AIF Logs: Review the AIF logs for more detailed error messages or warnings that can provide context on what is missing or misconfigured.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.