How To Fix /CFG/WEBGUI_CHECK006 - External ID is blank for &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CFG/WEBGUI_CHECK -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: External ID is blank for &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CFG/WEBGUI_CHECK006 - External ID is blank for & ?

  The SAP error message /CFG/WEBGUI_CHECK006 External ID is blank for & typically indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the Web GUI (Web-based Graphical User Interface) in your SAP system. This error suggests that an external ID, which is expected to be present for a certain configuration or object, is missing or not properly set.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The external ID might not have been configured correctly in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data that are causing the external ID to be blank.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user might not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the external ID.
  System Upgrade or Migration: If the system has recently been upgraded or migrated, some configurations might not have been carried over correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system and ensure that the external ID is properly set up.
  Use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings and verify the relevant entries.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Check the data entries related to the object that is causing the error. Ensure that all required fields, including the external ID, are filled out correctly.
  You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to inspect the relevant tables.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the external ID. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue. Use transaction code SLG1 to view application logs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the Web GUI configuration for any specific requirements or known issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may have additional insights or patches available for your specific version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error message.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other online resources where similar issues may have been discussed.
  Version Specifics: Be aware that the behavior of the Web GUI and related configurations can vary between different versions of SAP, so ensure that you are looking at the correct version documentation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.