How To Fix FSL_ERROR_CONFLICT103 - Specify a message type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSL_ERROR_CONFLICT - Central Messages for Error and Conflict Handling

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Specify a message type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSL_ERROR_CONFLICT103 - Specify a message type ?

  The SAP error message FSL_ERROR_CONFLICT103 typically indicates that there is a conflict in the message type being processed in the context of SAP's Financial Supply Chain Management (FSCM) or related modules. This error often arises when the system expects a specific message type to be defined or specified, but it is either missing or incorrectly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Message Type: The system is unable to find the required message type for the transaction or process you are trying to execute.
  Incorrect Configuration: The message type may not be properly configured in the system settings, leading to conflicts.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as missing or incorrect entries in related tables.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may not be handling message types correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (e.g., SPRO) and ensure that the message types are correctly defined for the processes you are working with.
  Verify that the message type you are trying to use is active and correctly linked to the relevant processes.
  
  
  
  Specify Message Type:
  
  If the error indicates that a message type needs to be specified, ensure that you are providing the correct message type in the transaction or function module you are using.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom developments, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles message types and does not lead to conflicts.
  
  
  
  Check Data:
  
  Review the data being processed to ensure that all required fields, including message types, are populated correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with for any additional guidance on message types and configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a production issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to check configurations (e.g., SPRO for configuration, SE11 for data dictionary).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.