How To Fix /BOBF/TXC213 - Sequence Number is Mandatory and cannot be Zero

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/TXC -

• Message number: 213

• Message text: Sequence Number is Mandatory and cannot be Zero

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/TXC213 - Sequence Number is Mandatory and cannot be Zero ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/TXC213 Sequence Number is Mandatory and cannot be Zero typically occurs in the context of Business Object Framework (BOF) or Business Object Processing Framework (BOPF) when working with business objects in SAP. This error indicates that a sequence number, which is required for the operation you are trying to perform, is either missing or set to zero.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Sequence Number: The sequence number is a mandatory field for the operation you are trying to execute, and it has not been provided.
  Zero Value: The sequence number has been explicitly set to zero, which is not allowed.
  Data Model Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the business object or the data model that requires a sequence number but does not have it properly set up.
  User Input Error: The user may have inadvertently left the sequence number blank or entered an invalid value.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Ensure that the sequence number is being provided in the input data. If you are using a UI or an API, verify that the sequence number field is populated correctly.
  Set a Valid Sequence Number: If the sequence number is being set programmatically, ensure that it is assigned a valid, non-zero value before the operation is executed.
  Review Business Object Configuration: If you are a developer or have access to the configuration, check the business object definition to ensure that the sequence number is correctly defined as a mandatory field.
  Debugging: If you are developing or customizing the application, use debugging tools to trace the execution and identify where the sequence number is being set or missed.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific business object you are working with to understand the requirements for the sequence number.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: If applicable, use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE37 (Function Module) to explore the business object and its methods.
  Testing: After making changes, perform thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that the application behaves as expected.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.