How To Fix ICL_WCOMP035 - The ID for the internal item of the catalog is initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICL_WCOMP - Workers Compensation

• Message number: 035

• Message text: The ID for the internal item of the catalog is initial

What causes this issue?

The benefit catalog entry cannot be transferred to the database of the
benefits, services, and fees catalog for Workers Compensation. The value
of the ID for the internal item of the catalog is initial.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICL_WCOMP035 - The ID for the internal item of the catalog is initial ?

  The SAP error message ICL_WCOMP035 indicates that the ID for the internal item of the catalog is initial, meaning that the system is unable to find a valid identifier for the item in the catalog. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Industry Solution for Insurance (ICL) when working with catalogs related to insurance products or services.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Catalog Entry: The internal item ID may not have been created or may have been deleted, leading to an initial (empty) value.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake during data entry, resulting in an invalid or empty ID being referenced.
  Configuration Issues: The catalog may not be properly configured in the system, leading to issues in retrieving the correct item ID.
  Integration Issues: If the catalog is integrated with other systems, there may be issues in data synchronization that result in missing IDs.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Catalog Entries: Verify that the catalog entries are correctly set up in the system. Ensure that the internal item ID exists and is active.
  Data Validation: Review the data entry process to ensure that all required fields, including the internal item ID, are filled out correctly.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings for the catalog in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings are in place and that the catalog is properly linked to the relevant insurance products.
  Error Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the catalog setup and management.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in managing catalogs, such as ICL_CATALOG for catalog management.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and modify catalog entries.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct tests to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the catalog functions as expected.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.