How To Fix R8437 - The extractor is missing the exception 'ERROR_PASSED_TO_MESS_HANDLER'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R8 - Messages from the meta data generation

• Message number: 437

• Message text: The extractor is missing the exception 'ERROR_PASSED_TO_MESS_HANDLER'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R8437 - The extractor is missing the exception 'ERROR_PASSED_TO_MESS_HANDLER' ?

  The SAP error message R8437, which states that "The extractor is missing the exception 'ERROR_PASSED_TO_MESS_HANDLER'," typically occurs in the context of data extraction processes, particularly when using SAP's Business Warehouse (BW) or similar data extraction tools. This error indicates that there is an issue with the data extraction logic, specifically that an expected exception handling mechanism is not in place.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Exception Handling: The extractor code does not properly handle exceptions, which means that when an error occurs, it does not pass the error message to the message handler.
  Custom Extractor Issues: If you are using a custom extractor, it may not have been implemented correctly, leading to this error.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the data being extracted, such as data inconsistencies or integrity problems.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the extractor or related components can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Extractor Code: Review the code of the extractor to ensure