ME887 - Error transferring ExtensionIn data for enhancement &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 887

• Message text: Error transferring ExtensionIn data for enhancement &1

What causes this issue?

The underlying customer enhancement contains data references that are
not character-like. For this reason, the system will not transfer the
data.

System Response

The processing of the ExtensionIn information has been terminated.

How to fix this error?

Check the definition of the customer enhancement.

Procedure for System Administrators

Transfer of the data from the BAPI structure ExtensionIn is only
possible if only character-like fields have been defined in the customer
enhancement.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME887 - Error transferring ExtensionIn data for enhancement &1 ?

  The SAP error message ME887, which states "Error transferring ExtensionIn data for enhancement &1," typically occurs during the processing of a purchase order or related documents when there is an issue with the data being transferred to an enhancement or extension.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the fields that are being transferred to the enhancement.
  Enhancement Implementation Issues: The enhancement itself may not be correctly implemented or may have bugs that prevent it from processing the data correctly.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system can lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the enhancement or access the required data.
  Version Compatibility: The enhancement may not be compatible with the current version of the SAP system or the specific module being used.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Consistency: Review the data being transferred to ensure that all required fields are populated and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Review Enhancement Implementation: If you have access to the enhancement code, check for any errors or issues in the implementation. If necessary, consult with the developer who created the enhancement.
  Configuration Review: Verify the configuration settings related to the enhancement and ensure they are set up correctly.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access the enhancement and the data being processed.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve the issue.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can debug the process to identify where the error is occurring and gather more information about the root cause.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  Documentation: Review the documentation related to the specific enhancement to understand its requirements and limitations.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the ME887 error and implement a suitable solution.