How To Fix /SAPCEM/BAPI004 - Neither material nor equipment filled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCEM/BAPI -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Neither material nor equipment filled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCEM/BAPI004 - Neither material nor equipment filled ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCEM/BAPI004 Neither material nor equipment filled typically occurs in the context of using BAPIs (Business Application Programming Interfaces) related to the SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) or Customer Service (CS) modules. This error indicates that neither a material number nor an equipment number has been provided in the BAPI call, which is required for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input Parameters: The BAPI you are calling requires either a material number or an equipment number to be specified, and neither has been provided in the input parameters.
  Incorrect BAPI Usage: The BAPI may be used incorrectly, or the wrong BAPI may be called for the intended operation.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry process where the fields for material or equipment are not populated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Input Parameters: Ensure that you are passing the required parameters to the BAPI. At least one of the following should be filled:
  
  Material Number
  Equipment Number
  
  
  
  Review BAPI Documentation: Consult the SAP documentation for the specific BAPI you are using to understand the required fields and their expected formats.
  
  
  Debugging: If you are developing or customizing the BAPI call, use debugging tools to trace the values being passed to the BAPI. Ensure that the values for material or equipment are being set correctly before the BAPI is called.
  
  
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your code to catch this specific error and provide meaningful feedback to the user or log it for further analysis.
  
  
  Consult with Functional Team: If you are unsure about the required parameters or the context in which the BAPI is being used, consult with your SAP functional team or a colleague who has experience with the relevant module.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAPI Documentation: Look for the specific BAPI documentation in the SAP Help Portal or through transaction SE37 (Function Module) in your SAP system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this error or provide additional context or solutions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP that may help you in troubleshooting, such as SE37 for function modules or SE80 for object navigation.
  
  By ensuring that the required parameters are correctly filled and understanding the context of the BAPI being used, you should be able to resolve the error message effectively.