How To Fix /PF1/MSG_EH143 - Flag of collection is empty, therefore, collect info must be empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_EH -

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Flag of collection is empty, therefore, collect info must be empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH143 - Flag of collection is empty, therefore, collect info must be empty ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_EH143 indicates that there is an issue with the collection flag being empty, which in turn requires that the collection information must also be empty. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Environment Health (EH) module or similar functionalities where data collection is involved.
  Cause:
  
  Empty Collection Flag: The primary cause of this error is that the system expects a collection flag to be set (indicating that data should be collected), but it is found to be empty.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings related to data collection or the specific process you are trying to execute.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be issues with the data integrity where the expected values are not being populated correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to the data collection process. Ensure that the collection flag is properly set and that all necessary parameters are configured correctly.
  Populate Collection Flag: If the collection flag is supposed to have a value, ensure that it is populated correctly before executing the process that leads to this error.
  Review Data Input: Check the input data or parameters being passed to the function or transaction that is generating this error. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for the specific module you are working with to understand the expected behavior and requirements for the collection flag.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to see where the collection flag is being set and why it might be empty.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed. Other users may have encountered the same error and can provide insights or solutions.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and you are unable to resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide more detailed guidance based on your specific system configuration and version.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.