How To Fix ME599 - Table/parameter '&' is initial

ME599 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 599

• Message text: Table/parameter '&' is initial

What causes this issue?

A parameter was not passed on when a
<DS:GLOS.3526B20FAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>function module</> belonging
to function group MEXF was called.
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System Response

The system cannot continue the processing.
INCLUDE INTERN_FEHLER_NA

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME599 - Table/parameter '&' is initial ?

  The SAP error message ME599, which states "Table/parameter '&' is initial," typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents or related transactions. This error indicates that a required table or parameter is empty or has not been initialized, which prevents the system from proceeding with the operation you are trying to perform.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause is that the system expects certain data to be present in a table or parameter, but it is not available. This could be due to incomplete configuration or missing entries in the relevant master data.
  Incorrect Configuration: If the purchasing documents or related settings are not properly configured, it can lead to this error.
  User Input Error: Sometimes, the error can arise from incorrect or incomplete user input during the transaction.
  Custom Code Issues: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the system, they might not be handling certain scenarios correctly, leading to this error.
  
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