How To Fix /ISDFPS/BAL_LOG051 - Error while creating the IDoc; no data was requested

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/BAL_LOG -

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Error while creating the IDoc; no data was requested

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/BAL_LOG051 - Error while creating the IDoc; no data was requested ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/BAL_LOG051 indicates that there was an issue while creating an IDoc (Intermediate Document) because no data was requested. This error typically arises in the context of data transfer processes, particularly when using IDocs for communication between SAP systems or between SAP and non-SAP systems.
  Cause:
  
  No Data Selected: The most common cause of this error is that the program or function module that is supposed to generate the IDoc did not find any data to process. This could be due to filters applied in the selection criteria that resulted in no records being selected.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the IDoc type or message type, leading to a situation where the system does not know what data to include in the IDoc.
  Logical Errors in Code: If the IDoc generation is triggered by custom code, there may be logical errors that prevent data from being fetched correctly.
  Data Availability: The data that is supposed to be sent via IDoc may not exist in the database at the time of the IDoc creation.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria used in the program or function module that generates the IDoc. Ensure that the criteria are correct and that there is data available that meets these criteria.
  Review IDoc Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the IDoc type and message type in transaction WE30 (IDoc Types) and WE81 (Message Types). Ensure that they are set up correctly and that the mappings are appropriate.
  Debugging: If the IDoc is being generated through custom code, use the debugger to step through the code and identify where the data retrieval is failing. Look for any logical errors or conditions that might lead to no data being fetched.
  Data Verification: Verify that the data you expect to be processed is indeed present in the relevant tables. You can do this by running appropriate queries or using transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the underlying data.
  Check for Locks: Sometimes, data might be locked by other processes. Ensure that there are no locks on the data that could prevent it from being read.
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Monitoring: Use transaction WE02 or WE05 to monitor IDocs and check for any related errors or issues.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific IDoc type you are working with to ensure that you understand the expected data structure and requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to successfully create the IDoc with the required data.