How To Fix /BOBF/FRW_CONTRACT003 - Probably a determination "on SAVE" has returned a failed key

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/FRW_CONTRACT -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Probably a determination "on SAVE" has returned a failed key

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/FRW_CONTRACT003 - Probably a determination "on SAVE" has returned a failed key ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/FRW_CONTRACT003 indicates that there is an issue with a determination that is executed during the "SAVE" operation in the Business Object Processing Framework (BOPF). Specifically, it suggests that a key determination has failed, which means that the system was unable to determine a required key value for the business object being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The data being saved may be incomplete or incorrect, leading to a failure in the determination logic.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the BOPF or the specific determination logic that is being executed.
  Custom Logic: If there is custom logic implemented in the determination, it may contain errors or may not handle certain scenarios correctly.
  Dependencies: The determination may depend on other data or objects that are not available or are in an inconsistent state.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Data: Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly before saving. Validate the data for any inconsistencies or missing values.
  Review Determination Logic: If you have access to the BOPF configuration, review the determination logic to ensure it is correctly implemented and does not have any errors.
  Debugging: If you have the necessary authorizations, you can debug the BOPF determination to identify where it is failing. This may involve checking the code or logic that is executed during the save operation.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific BOPF object you are working with to understand the expected behavior and any prerequisites for the determination.
  Check for Notes and Patches: Look for any SAP Notes or patches that may address known issues related to this error message.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOPF Framework: Understanding the Business Object Processing Framework (BOPF) can help in troubleshooting issues related to business object processing.
  Error Handling: Familiarize yourself with error handling mechanisms in BOPF to better manage and respond to errors during processing.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like /BOBF/CONF to access BOPF configuration and check the settings for the relevant business object.
  Logs and Traces: Check application logs (transaction SLG1) and system traces for additional information that may help diagnose the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.