How To Fix /PLMI/RCP_MIGRATION042 - BAdI filter value is not set; cannot execute migration

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/RCP_MIGRATION -

• Message number: 042

• Message text: BAdI filter value is not set; cannot execute migration

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/RCP_MIGRATION042 - BAdI filter value is not set; cannot execute migration ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/RCP_MIGRATION042 indicates that a Business Add-In (BAdI) filter value is not set, which prevents the execution of a migration process. This error typically arises during data migration activities, particularly when using the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit or similar tools.
  Cause:
  
  Missing BAdI Filter Value: The error suggests that a required filter value for a BAdI implementation is not configured. BAdIs are used to enhance standard SAP functionality, and if the necessary filter values are not set, the system cannot proceed with the migration.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the migration project or the BAdI implementation itself.
  Incorrect or Incomplete Data: The data being migrated may not meet the necessary criteria or prerequisites defined in the BAdI.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check BAdI Implementation:
  
  Go to transaction SE18 (BAdI Definition) or SE19 (BAdI Implementation) to check the specific BAdI related to the migration process.
  Ensure that the filter values are correctly set in the BAdI implementation. If necessary, consult the documentation for the specific BAdI to understand what filter values are required.
  
  
  
  Set Filter Values:
  
  If the filter values are missing, you will need to set them appropriately. This may involve customizing the BAdI implementation to include the necessary logic or values.
  
  
  
  Review Migration Project Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of your migration project in the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit. Ensure that all required settings and parameters are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the migration process again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAdI Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific BAdI you are working with to understand its purpose and configuration requirements.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, especially if you have a support contract.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to proceed with your migration process.