How To Fix FDT_EXPRESSIONS357 - Connector &1 at gateway &2 at branch order &3 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_EXPRESSIONS - Formula & Derivation Tool: Expressions

• Message number: 357

• Message text: Connector &1 at gateway &2 at branch order &3 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS357 - Connector &1 at gateway &2 at branch order &3 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS357 indicates that there is an issue with a connector in the context of a branch order in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of using the SAP Fiori or SAP Gateway, particularly when dealing with expressions or data transformations in the context of SAP FDT (Form Data Transformation).
  Cause:
  The error message suggests that the specified connector (identified by &1) does not exist at the specified gateway (&2) for the given branch order (&3). This can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The connector may not be properly configured or may have been deleted or not created at all.
  Transport Issues: If the connector was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the connector and the gateway.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the underlying data model or structure may have rendered the connector obsolete or invalid.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Connector Configuration:
  
  Verify that the connector exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in SAP FDT or the transaction code used for managing connectors.
  Ensure that the connector is correctly configured and active.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the connector was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully imported and activated in the target system.
  
  
  
  Validate Gateway Settings:
  
  Ensure that the gateway settings are correct and that the connector is properly linked to the gateway.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates:
  
  If there have been recent updates or changes to the system, ensure that all components are compatible and that there are no outstanding updates that need to be applied.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to FDT and connectors for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant logs or configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP FDT Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Form Data Transformation to understand how connectors and branch orders work.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to FDT and the specific error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.