How To Fix /BOBF/TOOLS_CC045 - Change mode is create & node is root but SRC_NODE, SRC_KEY, ASSOC filled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/TOOLS_CC -

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Change mode is create & node is root but SRC_NODE, SRC_KEY, ASSOC filled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/TOOLS_CC045 - Change mode is create & node is root but SRC_NODE, SRC_KEY, ASSOC filled ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/TOOLS_CC045 typically occurs in the context of the Business Object Processing Framework (BOPF) when there is an inconsistency in the data being processed. This specific error indicates that you are trying to create a new instance of a business object (change mode is "create") at the root node, but there are source node (SRC_NODE), source key (SRC_KEY), and association (ASSOC) fields that are filled. This situation is not allowed because when creating a new instance at the root level, these fields should not be populated.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Data: The error arises when the system expects a new instance to be created without any references to existing nodes or associations, but the input data includes references to existing nodes or keys.
  Incorrect Configuration: The BOPF configuration might be set up incorrectly, leading to this inconsistency.
  Programming Logic: If you are using custom code to manipulate BOPF objects, there might be a logic error that populates these fields when they should not be.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Data: Ensure that when you are creating a new instance at the root level, the fields for source node, source key, and associations are not filled. You may need to modify the data being passed to the BOPF framework.
  Review BOPF Configuration: Check the BOPF configuration for the business object in question. Ensure that the associations and node definitions are correctly set up and that they align with the intended use case.
  Debug Custom Code: If you have custom logic that interacts with BOPF, review the code to ensure that it does not inadvertently populate the SRC_NODE, SRC_KEY, and ASSOC fields when creating a new instance.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for BOPF to understand the expected behavior and constraints when creating new instances.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOPF Documentation: SAP provides extensive documentation on the Business Object Processing Framework, which can help you understand the structure and rules governing business objects.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on best practices for BOPF usage.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or SAP Community Network (SCN) for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By addressing the root cause of the error and ensuring that the data being processed aligns with the expected structure for creating new instances, you should be able to resolve the issue.