How To Fix CRM_MKTPL_EAI253 - Message Header ID cannot be initial

CRM_MKTPL_EAI253 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_MKTPL_EAI - Marketing Planner Object Upload Messages

• Message number: 253

• Message text: Message Header ID cannot be initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_MKTPL_EAI253 - Message Header ID cannot be initial ?

  The SAP error message CRM_MKTPL_EAI253 with the description "Message Header ID cannot be initial" typically occurs in the context of SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management) when there is an issue with the message header in an integration scenario, particularly when dealing with EAI (Enterprise Application Integration) or middleware scenarios.
  
  Cause:
  The error indicates that the system is expecting a valid Message Header ID, but it is either missing (initial) or not properly set. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The integration settings may not be correctly configured, leading to missing or incorrect message headers.
  Data Transfer Problems: If data is being transferred from one system to another (e.g., from SAP CRM to another SAP system or third-party application), the message header might not be populated correctly.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements that manipulate message headers, they may not be functioning as expected.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system