How To Fix BA10009 - Keep structure, field name, and comparison value empty for operation DEF

BA10009 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BA10 - Customizing process industry and logistics comms, PP-PI

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Keep structure, field name, and comparison value empty for operation DEF

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BA10009 - Keep structure, field name, and comparison value empty for operation DEF ?

  The SAP error message BA10009 typically occurs in the context of Business Add-Ins (BAdIs) or enhancements when there is an issue with the configuration of a BAdI implementation or when certain parameters are not set correctly. The error message indicates that for the operation "DEF" (which usually stands for "default"), the structure, field name, and comparison value should be left empty.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The BAdI implementation may have been configured incorrectly, leading to the requirement that certain fields must be left empty.
  Misunderstanding of Parameters: The developer or configurator may not have understood the requirements for the parameters associated with the BAdI or enhancement.
  Incompatibility: The BAdI implementation may not be compatible with the current version of the SAP system or the specific transaction being executed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review BAdI Implementation: Check the implementation of the BAdI to ensure that the parameters for the operation "DEF" are correctly set. Make sure that the structure, field name,