How To Fix DU213 - Save the sender structure first

DU213 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DU - Data transfer to SAP-EIS

• Message number: 213

• Message text: Save the sender structure first

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DU213 - Details

• The SAP error message DU213 ("Save the sender structure first") typically occurs in the context of data transfer processes, particularly when working with data structures in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or similar environments. This error indicates that the system requires the sender structure to be saved before proceeding with further actions, such as creating or modifying data flows or transformations.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following scenarios:
  
  Unsaved Changes: You have made changes to the sender structure (like a DataSource or InfoSource) but have not saved those changes.
  Incomplete Configuration: The sender structure may not be fully configured or is in a state that requires saving before it can be used in other processes.
  System State: The system may be in a state where it requires all components to be saved before allowing further actions.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DU213 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Save the Sender Structure: 
  
  Navigate to the sender structure