How To Fix SBDS111 - No content was passed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SBDS - Message Class: Business Document Service

• Message number: 111

• Message text: No content was passed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SBDS111 - No content was passed ?

  The SAP error message SBDS111 ("No content was passed") typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Document Services (BDS) when there is an attempt to create or process a document without providing the necessary content. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to upload a document or when invoking a service that requires document content.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Content: The most common cause is that the content (e.g., a file or data) that is supposed to be passed to the BDS function is either missing or not correctly referenced.
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters being passed to the function may not include the required content or may be incorrectly formatted.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the BDS configuration or issues with the underlying database.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Parameters: Ensure that all required parameters, especially those related to the document content, are being passed correctly. Verify that the content is not empty and is in the expected format.
  Review Code/Configuration: If you are using custom code or configurations, review them to ensure that they are correctly set up to pass the necessary content to the BDS functions.
  Test with Sample Data: Try to replicate the issue with sample data to see if the problem persists. This can help isolate whether the issue is with the specific data being used.
  Check BDS Configuration: Ensure that the BDS is properly configured in your SAP system. This includes checking the document types, storage settings, and any related settings.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for BDS to understand the expected input and output for the functions you are using.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can step through the code to see where the content is being lost or not passed correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the SBDS111 error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes related to BDS, such as SBD1 (for document management) and SBD2 (for document storage), to help troubleshoot the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.