How To Fix J5001 - Object number for transfer data record is missing

J5001 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J5 - External Data Transfer

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Object number for transfer data record is missing

What causes this issue?

The object number for the transfer data record is missing.

System Response

The data record is not processed.

How to fix this error?

The object number is normally filled automatically. There must be error
in an upstream program section. Inform the person responsible.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J5001 - Object number for transfer data record is missing ?

  The SAP error message J5001, which states "Object number for transfer data record is missing," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when dealing with data transfer processes, particularly in the area of financial accounting or controlling. This error indicates that the system is expecting an object number (which could refer to a document number, account number, or other identifiers) that is not present in the data being processed.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data: The object number required for the transfer is not included in the data record being processed.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the data transfer process, leading to missing or incorrect mappings.
  Data Corruption: The data being transferred may be corrupted or improperly formatted, leading to missing fields.
  User Input Error: If the data is being manually entered, there may have been an oversight in entering the required object number.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Records: Review the data records being