How To Fix CU113 - Caution: the following external input could not be processed:

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CU - Variants / configuration messages

• Message number: 113

• Message text: Caution: the following external input could not be processed:

What causes this issue?

Some external configuration data was not processed.
There are many possible reasons for this, for example:
- External input data on the hierarchical allocation of objects is
incomplete.
- The data input so far is not sufficient to determine which object
is to be processed for the external input data.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

In background processing, this error always terminates the process. For
further information, run the process in dialog mode.
In dialog processing (for example, of an IDoc), you see a list of all
external input data that has not been processed.
The process assumes that the user has seen the message and is no longer
concerned with the data.
If authorization permits, you can then continue processing and add any
missing data manually in dialog mode.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CU113 - Caution: the following external input could not be processed: ?

  The SAP error message CU113, which states "Caution: the following external input could not be processed," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when there is an issue with processing external data inputs, such as those coming from interfaces, data uploads, or external systems.
  Causes:
  
  Data Format Issues: The data being imported may not conform to the expected format or structure required by the SAP system.
  Missing Required Fields: Essential fields that are necessary for processing the input data may be missing or empty.
  Data Validation Errors: The data may fail validation checks due to incorrect values, such as invalid codes or formats.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process attempting to process the input may not have the necessary permissions.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not aligned with the incoming data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Format: Ensure that the data being imported matches the required format. This includes checking for correct delimiters, data types, and structure.
  Validate Input Data: Review the input data for any missing or incorrect values. Make sure all required fields are populated correctly.
  Review Error Logs: Check the SAP application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into what went wrong.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user or process has the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  Configuration Review: Consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the system settings are appropriate for the incoming data.
  Testing: If possible, test the data input in a development or quality assurance environment to identify and resolve issues before attempting in production.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE37 (Function Modules), or SE80 (Object Navigator) to investigate the data structures and processing logic.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the CU113 error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific module or process you are working with to understand the expected data formats and requirements.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.