How To Fix AIMMERGER_SHD053 - Original buffer & is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AIMMERGER_SHD - Message Class of AIM-Merger

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Original buffer & is empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AIMMERGER_SHD053 - Original buffer & is empty ?

  The SAP error message AIMMERGER_SHD053, which states "Original buffer & is empty," typically occurs in the context of data processing or data merging operations within SAP systems. This error indicates that the system expected to find data in a specified buffer, but it was empty, leading to a failure in the operation.
  Causes:
  
  Data Availability: The original buffer may not have been populated with data due to a previous step failing or not executing correctly.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the data processing logic or settings that prevent data from being loaded into the buffer.
  Timing Issues: If the process is dependent on asynchronous operations, it’s possible that the buffer was expected to be filled by another process that has not yet completed.
  Data Source Issues: The source from which the data is being pulled may be empty or not accessible, leading to an empty buffer.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Source: Verify that the data source is populated and accessible. Ensure that the data you expect to be in the buffer is available.
  Review Process Steps: Look at the preceding steps in the process to ensure that they executed successfully and populated the buffer as expected.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings related to the data processing or merging operation to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Error Logs: Review the system logs for any related error messages that might provide more context on why the buffer is empty.
  Re-run the Process: If the issue was transient, re-running the process might resolve the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module or function you are working with for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Use relevant transaction codes (like SE80 for Object Navigator or ST22 for Dump Analysis) to investigate further.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the AIMMERGER_SHD053 error and implement a suitable solution.