How To Fix /BOBF/ATF053 - No ASCII content returned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/ATF -

• Message number: 053

• Message text: No ASCII content returned

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/ATF053 - No ASCII content returned ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/ATF053 No ASCII content returned typically occurs in the context of the Business Object Processing Framework (BOPF) when there is an issue with the data being processed or returned by a service or application. This error indicates that the expected ASCII content (text data) is not being returned, which can lead to issues in data processing or display.
  Causes:
  
  Data Retrieval Issues: The service or application may not be retrieving data correctly from the database, leading to no content being returned.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be misconfigurations in the BOPF or the related business object that prevent data from being fetched or displayed correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data, resulting in no content being returned.
  Service Errors: There could be issues with the underlying service or API that is supposed to return the data.
  Empty Data Set: The query or operation may be executed against a dataset that is empty, leading to no results being returned.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Availability: Ensure that the data you are trying to access actually exists in the database. You can do this by running a direct query on the database or using transaction codes like SE16 or SE11.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration of the BOPF and the associated business object to ensure that it is set up correctly. Look for any missing or incorrect settings.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data. You can use transaction SU53 to check for authorization issues.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, consider debugging the application or service to identify where the data retrieval is failing.
  Check Service/API: If the error is related to a service or API, check the service logs for any errors or exceptions that might indicate why no data is being returned.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to BOPF and the specific business object 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. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Community Forums: Consider visiting SAP Community forums or other technical forums where similar issues may have been discussed.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and you are unable to resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.