How To Fix DMF_OUTBOUND255 - No source of supply records found to be transferred

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMF_OUTBOUND -

• Message number: 255

• Message text: No source of supply records found to be transferred

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMF_OUTBOUND255 - No source of supply records found to be transferred ?

  The SAP error message DMF_OUTBOUND255, which states "No source of supply records found to be transferred," typically occurs in the context of the Data Migration Framework (DMF) when attempting to transfer data related to supply sources, such as materials or vendors, to another system or application.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Source of Supply Records: The most common cause of this error is that there are no valid source of supply records (like purchase orders, contracts, or scheduling agreements) available in the system for the specified criteria.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used for the data transfer may not match any existing records. This could be due to filters applied in the data migration process.
  Data Not Yet Loaded: If the source of supply data has not been loaded into the system or is incomplete, the transfer will fail.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the DMF setup that prevent the correct identification of source records.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Source Records: Verify that there are valid source of supply records in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant tables (e.g., EKKO for purchase orders, EKPO for purchase order items) to ensure that records exist.
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria used in the DMF process are correct and that they match the existing records. Adjust the criteria if necessary.
  Data Load Verification: If you are in the process of migrating data, ensure that all necessary data has been loaded into the system before attempting the transfer.
  Configuration Review: Review the DMF configuration settings to ensure that they are set up correctly to identify and transfer the source of supply records.
  Logs and Traces: Check the logs and traces for more detailed error messages that might provide additional context on why the records are not being found.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to view the relevant database tables and check for existing records.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on the Data Migration Framework for detailed guidance on setting up and troubleshooting data transfers.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.