How To Fix PSSC_TOOLS305 - Specify a map type for SXP type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSSC_TOOLS - Message Class for Periods & Due Date Tools

• Message number: 305

• Message text: Specify a map type for SXP type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSSC_TOOLS305 - Specify a map type for SXP type &1 ?

  The SAP error message PSSC_TOOLS305 with the description "Specify a map type for SXP type &1" typically occurs in the context of SAP Process Integration (PI) or SAP Process Orchestration (PO) when there is an issue related to the mapping configuration for a specific SXP (Service Exchange Protocol) type.
  Cause:
  This error generally indicates that the system is expecting a mapping type to be specified for a particular SXP type, but it has not been provided. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Configuration: The mapping type for the specified SXP type has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Mapping: The mapping configuration might be incomplete or incorrectly set up.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it might not have been fully transported or might be missing dependencies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Mapping Configuration:
  
  Go to the Integration Builder (transaction SXMB_IFR or PI/PO Integration Builder).
  Navigate to the relevant mapping configuration for the SXP type indicated in the error message.
  Ensure that a valid mapping type is specified for the SXP type.
  
  
  
  Define Mapping Type:
  
  If a mapping type is not defined, create a new mapping type that corresponds to the SXP type.
  Ensure that the mapping logic is correctly implemented and activated.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the configuration was transported, check the transport requests to ensure that all necessary objects were included and transported correctly.
  If needed, re-transport the missing objects or manually configure them in the target system.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that all dependencies related to the mapping (like message types, service interfaces, etc.) are correctly configured and activated.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific SXP type and mapping configurations for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the integration scenario to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Process Integration and Orchestration for best practices on mapping configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.