How To Fix FRMLDLG254 - No output item in this stage can be used as a stream

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FRMLDLG - RMS-FRM: Dialog Messages for Formula

• Message number: 254

• Message text: No output item in this stage can be used as a stream

What causes this issue?

You want to define an input item as a stream. This is not possible
because no output item has been defined as a stream in preceding
stages of the recipe.

System Response

INCLUDE RMS_GEN_PROCESSING_CANCELLED OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

First define an output item as a stream in one of the preceding stages.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FRMLDLG254 - No output item in this stage can be used as a stream ?

  The SAP error message FRMLDLG254, which states "No output item in this stage can be used as a stream," typically occurs in the context of SAP Process Integration (PI) or SAP Process Orchestration (PO) when dealing with message mappings or graphical mappings in the Integration Builder.
  Cause:
  This error generally arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Mapping Configuration Issues: The output structure of the mapping does not have a valid stream output. This can happen if the output message structure is not correctly defined or if the mapping logic does not produce a valid output.
  
  
  Incorrect Data Types: The data types of the output fields may not be compatible with the expected stream output. For example, if the output is expected to be a binary stream but is defined as a different type, this error can occur.
  
  
  Missing Output Items: The mapping may not have any output items defined that can be used as a stream. This could be due to a misconfiguration in the mapping or an oversight in the design.
  
  
  Incorrect Use of Functions: If you are using functions or operations in the mapping that do not produce a valid output item, this can lead to the error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FRMLDLG254 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Mapping Configuration:
  
  Open the mapping in the Integration Builder and verify that the output structure is correctly defined.
  Ensure that there are output items that can be used as a stream.
  
  
  
  Review Data Types:
  
  Ensure that the data types of the output fields are compatible with the expected output. If the output is supposed to be a stream, make sure the data type is set accordingly.
  
  
  
  Define Output Items:
  
  If there are no output items defined, you need to add them to the mapping. Ensure that at least one output item is configured to be used as a stream.
  
  
  
  Check Mapping Logic:
  
  Review the mapping logic to ensure that it produces the expected output. If you are using functions, make sure they are correctly configured to return valid output items.
  
  
  
  Test the Mapping:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the mapping to ensure that it works as expected and that the error does not occur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Process Integration and Process Orchestration for detailed information on mapping and error handling.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to seek advice from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Debugging Tools: Utilize the debugging tools available in the Integration Builder to trace the mapping execution and identify where the error occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the FRMLDLG254 error and implement a solution to resolve it.