How To Fix CRM_MKTLIST_ADMIN044 - You cannot save the header for list &1; list has warnings

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_MKTLIST_ADMIN - CRM Marketing: Messages External List Management

• Message number: 044

• Message text: You cannot save the header for list &1; list has warnings

What causes this issue?

You called up the function module CRM_MKTLIST_SAVE. Previously, you
made the external list known to the program buffer using the function
modules CRM_MKTLIST_MAINTAIN or CRM_MKTLIST_DELETE.

System Response

The list entered is in the program buffer, but has the status <ZK>
<ZH>'Warnings'</></>.

How to fix this error?

Before you can save or delete an external list via CRM_MKTLIST_SAVE, the
calls of function modules CRM_MKTLIST_MAINTAIN or CRM_MKTLIST_DELETE
must not contain warnings.
Remove the warnings and call the function modules CRM_MKTLIST_MAINTAIN
or CRM_MKTLIST_DELETE up again. Afterwards, you can save or delete the
external list using function module CRM_MKTLIST_SAVE.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_MKTLIST_ADMIN044 - You cannot save the header for list &1; list has warnings ?

  The SAP error message CRM_MKTLIST_ADMIN044 indicates that you are trying to save a marketing list, but there are warnings associated with the list that prevent it from being saved. This is a common issue in SAP CRM when certain conditions or validations are not met.
  Cause:
  The warnings that trigger this error can be due to various reasons, including but not limited to:
  
  Incomplete Data: Some required fields in the marketing list header or items may not be filled out correctly.
  Invalid Entries: There may be invalid entries in the list, such as incorrect customer IDs or other data inconsistencies.
  Configuration Issues: There might be issues with the configuration of the marketing list or the underlying data model.
  Business Rules: Certain business rules or validations may not be satisfied, leading to warnings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Warnings: Review the warnings associated with the marketing list. You can usually find these warnings in the user interface where you are trying to save the list. They will provide specific details about what is causing the issue.
  
  
  Correct Data: Based on the warnings, correct any incomplete or invalid data in the marketing list. Ensure that all required fields are filled out and that the data is valid.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the warnings are related to configuration, consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to ensure that the marketing list configuration is set up correctly.
  
  
  Test Business Rules: If there are specific business rules that need to be met, ensure that your marketing list complies with these rules.
  
  
  Save Again: After making the necessary corrections, try saving the marketing list again.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to CRM marketing lists for further guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP CRM that pertain to marketing lists, such as CRMD_ORDER or CRMD_ORDERADM_H.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create and save marketing lists in SAP CRM.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.