How To Fix LSO_CORRESPONDENCE012 - Course or course type is blank

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LSO_CORRESPONDENCE - Correspondence Messages

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Course or course type is blank

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LSO_CORRESPONDENCE012 - Course or course type is blank ?

  The SAP error message LSO_CORRESPONDENCE012 indicates that there is an issue with the course or course type being blank in the context of Learning Solution (LSO) correspondence. This error typically arises when trying to create or process correspondence related to a course in the SAP Learning Solution module.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Course Information: The course or course type has not been specified in the transaction or process you are trying to execute.
  Incorrect Configuration: The course or course type may not be properly configured in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the course or course type field was left blank.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Course Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the course or course type is correctly assigned in the relevant transaction. If you are creating correspondence, make sure to select a valid course or course type.
  
  
  
  Verify Course Configuration:
  
  Go to the course configuration in the SAP system and verify that the course and course type are properly defined and active. You can check this in the LSO transaction codes like LP10 (for course management) or LP20 (for course type management).
  
  
  
  Data Entry:
  
  If you are entering data manually, double-check that you have filled in all required fields, especially the course and course type fields.
  
  
  
  Review Correspondence Settings:
  
  Check the settings for correspondence in the Learning Solution module to ensure that they are correctly configured to reference the appropriate courses.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the Learning Solution module and how to manage courses and correspondence.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as LP10, LP20, and LSO_COURSE for managing courses and course types.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to LSO errors that might provide additional insights or patches.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and modify course-related data in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message LSO_CORRESPONDENCE012.