How To Fix S_ADT_CC_ELEM_INFO003 - invalid number of segments for id &1 expected &2 segments

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_ADT_CC_ELEM_INFO - ADT specific messages for code completion and element info

• Message number: 003

• Message text: invalid number of segments for id &1 expected &2 segments

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_ADT_CC_ELEM_INFO003 - invalid number of segments for id &1 expected &2 segments ?

  The SAP error message S_ADT_CC_ELEM_INFO003 indicates that there is an issue with the number of segments in a data structure or configuration. Specifically, it states that the system expected a certain number of segments (indicated by &2), but the actual number of segments provided (indicated by &1) does not match this expectation.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises in scenarios involving:
  
  
  Data Structure Mismatch: The data structure being processed does not conform to the expected format. This could happen if the data structure was modified or if there is a mismatch between the data being sent and the expected structure.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: If you are working with configuration settings (like customizing settings in SAP), there may be a misconfiguration that leads to an incorrect number of segments being defined.
  
  
  Programming Errors: If you are developing or modifying ABAP programs, there may be a coding error where the number of segments is incorrectly defined or handled.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Structure: Verify the data structure you are working with. Ensure that it has the correct number of segments as expected by the system. You may need to refer to the documentation or data model to confirm the expected structure.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the error is related to configuration, review the settings in the relevant customizing transactions. Ensure that all required segments are defined correctly.
  
  
  Debugging: If you are working with custom ABAP code, use the debugger to trace the execution and identify where the mismatch occurs. Check the logic that populates the segments and ensure it aligns with the expected structure.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Look for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide insights into this specific error message. SAP's support portal can be a valuable resource.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that the data structure behaves as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, SAP releases updates that address specific error messages.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and the solutions they implemented.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in analyzing the data structure or configuration (e.g., SE11 for Data Dictionary, SE80 for Object Navigator).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.