How To Fix CRM_MKT_EXTERNAL046 - GUID missing for plan/campaign object &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_MKT_EXTERNAL - CRM MKT: Messages for Interface to External Products

• Message number: 046

• Message text: GUID missing for plan/campaign object &1

What causes this issue?

INCLUDE CRMT_MKT_EXTERNAL OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE EN

How to fix this error?

In the external system or in the BADI, assign a GUID to the object.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_MKT_EXTERNAL046 - GUID missing for plan/campaign object &1 ?

  The SAP error message CRM_MKT_EXTERNAL046 indicates that there is a missing GUID (Globally Unique Identifier) for a plan or campaign object in the SAP CRM system. This error typically arises when the system is trying to access or process a marketing plan or campaign that does not have a valid GUID associated with it.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incomplete Data: The campaign or plan may not have been created properly, leading to a missing GUID.
  Data Corruption: There could be data integrity issues in the database, causing the GUID to be lost or not generated.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system configuration might not be set up correctly, leading to issues in generating or retrieving GUIDs.
  Transport Issues: If the campaign or plan was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the GUID might not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Campaign/Plan Creation: Verify that the campaign or plan was created correctly. Ensure that all required fields are filled out and that the object was saved properly.
  Recreate the Object: If the object is missing a GUID, consider recreating the campaign or plan to ensure that it is generated with a valid GUID.
  Data Consistency Check: Run data consistency checks in the system to identify and rectify any data integrity issues.
  Review Transport Logs: If the issue occurred after a transport, review the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide patches.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, you can debug the process to see where the GUID generation is failing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like CRMD_ORDER to check the details of the campaign or plan.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for CRM marketing to understand the structure and requirements for campaign and plan objects.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.