How To Fix BC_IBF156 - No customer number or web user name specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BC_IBF - IBF Flight Data Application (Demo Only)

• Message number: 156

• Message text: No customer number or web user name specified

What causes this issue?

You can identify a customer either with a customer number or a web user
name. If neither is specified, the method cannot run correctly.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Specify a customer number or web user name and call the method again.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BC_IBF156 - No customer number or web user name specified ?

  The SAP error message BC_IBF156: No customer number or web user name specified typically occurs in the context of SAP Integrated Business Framework (IBF) or when dealing with web-based applications that require user identification. This error indicates that the system is unable to identify the customer or user due to missing information.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input: The error is often caused by a missing customer number or web user name in the input fields when trying to access a specific function or transaction.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the proper retrieval of user or customer information.
  Session Issues: If the session has expired or if there are issues with the user session, the system may not be able to retrieve the necessary user information.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required data, leading to the inability to retrieve the customer number or web user name.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that the customer number or web user name is correctly entered in the relevant fields. If you are using a web interface, make sure that the fields are not left blank.
  Session Management: Log out and log back into the system to refresh the session. This can help in cases where the session has expired.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the necessary parameters for customer identification are correctly set up.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the required data. If not, contact your SAP administrator to grant the appropriate permissions.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to see where the error is being triggered and identify any missing parameters.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific SAP module or application you are using to understand the requirements for customer identification.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error BC_IBF156 and ensure that the necessary customer or user information is correctly specified in your SAP transactions.