How To Fix OPS_SE_SHP057 - Invalid message: mandatory element & is missing in the payload

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OPS_SE_SHP - Proxy Messages for Delivery Services

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Invalid message: mandatory element & is missing in the payload

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OPS_SE_SHP057 - Invalid message: mandatory element & is missing in the payload ?

  The SAP error message OPS_SE_SHP057 indicates that a mandatory element is missing in the payload of a message being processed in the SAP system. This error typically occurs in scenarios involving integration, such as when using SAP Process Orchestration (PO) or SAP Cloud Platform Integration (CPI), where messages are exchanged between different systems.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a required field in the message payload. This could happen due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Mapping: The mapping configuration may not be correctly set up, leading to missing fields in the output message.
  Data Format Issues: The data being sent may not conform to the expected format, resulting in missing mandatory fields.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues in the configuration of the integration flow or the message structure.
  Source System Issues: The source system may not be sending the required data, leading to incomplete messages.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the OPS_SE_SHP057 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Message Structure: Review the expected message structure and identify the mandatory fields that are missing. This can usually be found in the documentation or schema definition for the message type.
  
  
  Review Mapping Configuration: If you are using a mapping tool, check the mapping configuration to ensure that all mandatory fields are being populated correctly. Make sure that the source fields are correctly mapped to the target fields.
  
  
  Validate Input Data: Ensure that the data being sent from the source system includes all required fields. You may need to work with the source system team to ensure that the necessary data is being sent.
  
  
  Error Logs: Check the error logs in the SAP system for more detailed information about the error. This can provide insights into which specific field is missing.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the integration flow again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or community forums for additional guidance on the specific message type and its requirements.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Process Orchestration (PO): A middleware tool that allows for the integration of different systems and applications.
  SAP Cloud Platform Integration (CPI): A cloud-based integration service that facilitates the integration of cloud and on-premise applications.
  Message Mapping: The process of defining how data from one format is transformed into another format during integration.
  Error Handling: Implementing error handling mechanisms in your integration flows can help manage and log errors more effectively.
  
  By following these steps and understanding the context of the error, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the missing mandatory element in the payload.