How To Fix PSSC_TOOLS_UI128 - GPD Header (VersionID &1) has no SXP type assigned (invalid data format)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSSC_TOOLS_UI - Messages for UI functions

• Message number: 128

• Message text: GPD Header (VersionID &1) has no SXP type assigned (invalid data format)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSSC_TOOLS_UI128 - GPD Header (VersionID &1) has no SXP type assigned (invalid data format) ?

  The SAP error message PSSC_TOOLS_UI128 indicates that there is an issue with the GPD (Generic Product Data) header, specifically that the VersionID does not have a corresponding SXP (Service Exchange Protocol) type assigned. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) when dealing with product data management.
  Cause:
  
  Missing SXP Type Assignment: The VersionID referenced in the error does not have an associated SXP type in the system. This can happen if the configuration for the product data is incomplete or if the data was not properly migrated or set up.
  Data Corruption: There may be corruption in the data or inconsistencies in the database that prevent the system from recognizing the SXP type.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to recognize the SXP types for the given VersionID.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check SXP Type Assignment:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP where SXP types are defined.
  Ensure that the VersionID in question has a valid SXP type assigned. If it does not, you will need to assign the appropriate SXP type.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the data associated with the VersionID to ensure that it is complete and correctly formatted.
  Check for any inconsistencies or missing entries in the database that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Reconfigure or Update:
  
  If the SXP type is missing, you may need to create or update the configuration to include the necessary SXP type for the VersionID.
  If you have recently migrated data, ensure that all necessary mappings and configurations were completed successfully.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to properly configure SXP types and GPD headers.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration or version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches or updates.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to GPD and SXP management, such as PSSC or PLM related transactions.
  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 root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.