How To Fix EIDESWD017 - BAdI ISU_IDE_SWTDOC_DISP_ADDMSG=>ALV_ADDMSGDATA_FIELDCAT: No Structure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EIDESWD - Message for Change of Supplier/Service

• Message number: 017

• Message text: BAdI ISU_IDE_SWTDOC_DISP_ADDMSG=>ALV_ADDMSGDATA_FIELDCAT: No Structure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EIDESWD017 - BAdI ISU_IDE_SWTDOC_DISP_ADDMSG=>ALV_ADDMSGDATA_FIELDCAT: No Structure ?

  The SAP error message EIDESWD017 with the description BAdI ISU_IDE_SWTDOC_DISP_ADDMSG=>ALV_ADDMSGDATA_FIELDCAT: No Structure typically occurs in the context of the SAP IS-U (Utilities) module, particularly when dealing with the display of documents or messages in an ALV (ABAP List Viewer) report.
  Cause:
  This error generally indicates that the system is trying to access a structure that has not been defined or is not available in the context where it is being called. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Structure Definition: The structure that is expected to be used in the ALV report is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The BAdI (Business Add-In) implementation may not be correctly configured or activated.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the underlying data model or database tables that affect the expected structure.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of necessary authorizations to access the required data or structures.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Structure Definition:
  
  Verify if the structure that is being referenced in the BAdI implementation exists in the system. You can do this by checking the data dictionary (transaction SE11) for the expected structure.
  
  
  
  Review BAdI Implementation:
  
  Go to transaction SE18 or SE19 to check the implementation of the BAdI ISU_IDE_SWTDOC_DISP_ADDMSG. Ensure that the implementation is active and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the BAdI implementation to see where the error occurs and what structure is being referenced.
  
  
  
  Check for Notes and Patches:
  
  Look for any SAP Notes or patches that might address this specific error. Sometimes, SAP releases updates that fix known issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the documentation for the BAdI and the related ALV report to ensure that you are using it correctly.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAdI (Business Add-In): A way to enhance SAP applications without modifying the original code. BAdIs allow for custom implementations to be added.
  ALV (ABAP List Viewer): A tool in SAP for displaying data in a tabular format, providing features like sorting, filtering, and layout management.
  IS-U Module: The SAP Industry Solution for Utilities, which includes functionalities for managing utility services like electricity, gas, and water.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution.