How To Fix CRM_FDT_MSG071 - Define a connector state for &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_FDT_MSG -

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Define a connector state for &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_FDT_MSG071 - Define a connector state for &1 ?

  The SAP error message CRM_FDT_MSG071 with the description "Define a connector state for &1" typically occurs in the context of SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management) when there is an issue related to the configuration of a connector state in the Flexible Data Transfer (FDT) framework.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when:
  
  A connector state has not been defined for the specified object or entity (represented by &1 in the error message).
  The system is trying to execute a data transfer operation, but it cannot find the necessary configuration for the connector state that is required for that operation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Connector Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CRMD_ORDER or CRMD_ORDERADM_H to access the CRM order management.
  Navigate to the Flexible Data Transfer settings and check if the connector state for the specified object is defined.
  If it is not defined, you will need to create a new connector state.
  
  
  
  Define Connector State:
  
  Use transaction code FDT_CONNECTOR to access the connector configuration.
  Create a new connector state by specifying the necessary parameters and ensuring that it aligns with the requirements of your data transfer process.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP Help Portal or relevant documentation for detailed instructions on how to configure connector states in the FDT framework.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Developments:
  
  If there are any custom developments or enhancements in your system, ensure that they are not interfering with the standard connector state configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After defining the connector state, perform a test to ensure that the data transfer operation can be executed without errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FDT_CONNECTOR: For managing connector configurations.
  CRMD_ORDER: For accessing CRM order management.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to CRM and FDT for any known issues or additional guidance.
  Review the SAP Help documentation for Flexible Data Transfer for more insights into connector states and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Support:
  
  If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message CRM_FDT_MSG071 and successfully define the necessary connector state for your data transfer operations.