How To Fix FIN_RE_PARSER016 - Message & must be formated as [i|w|e]().

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIN_RE_PARSER - FIN Rule Engine Parser Messages

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Message & must be formated as [i|w|e]().

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIN_RE_PARSER016 - Message & must be formated as [i|w|e](). ?

  The SAP error message FIN_RE_PARSER016 indicates that there is an issue with the formatting of a message in the system. Specifically, the message must be formatted according to the specified pattern [i|w|e]<msgno>(<msgid>), where:
  
  i, w, or e indicates the type of message:
  
  i for informational messages
  w for warning messages
  e for error messages
  
  
  <msgno> is the message number.
  <msgid> is the message ID.
  
  Cause
  The error typically arises when a message is not formatted correctly in the system. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrect Message Configuration: The message might have been defined incorrectly in the system, lacking the required format.
  Data Input Issues: The data being processed may not conform to the expected format, leading to parsing errors.
  Custom Code Issues: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may not be handling message formatting correctly.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the FIN_RE_PARSER016 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Message Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SE91 (Message Class) and verify the message configuration. Ensure that the messages are defined correctly with the appropriate format.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom programs or enhancements, review the code to ensure that messages are being generated and formatted correctly according to the specified pattern.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the data being processed to ensure it meets the expected format. This may involve checking input data or parameters being passed to functions.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the relevant program or function module to identify where the formatting is failing.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional context and potential fixes.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with details of the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE91 for managing message classes.
  SE80 for checking custom developments.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  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 and resolve the cause of the FIN_RE_PARSER016 error in your SAP system.