How To Fix SLEI_DEF_MSG001 - Linkage ID is missing

SLEI_DEF_MSG001 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SLEI_DEF_MSG - Message class for LEI design time linkages

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Linkage ID is missing

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SLEI_DEF_MSG001 - Details

• The SAP error message SLEI_DEF_MSG001 indicating that the "Linkage ID is missing" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Logistics Execution (LE) module, particularly when dealing with inbound or outbound deliveries, or during the handling of logistics processes that require a linkage ID for proper processing.
  
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Linkage ID: The system expects a linkage ID to be present for a specific transaction, but it is not provided. This can happen if the data is incomplete or if there is a configuration issue.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the logistics processes may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not being able to generate or recognize the linkage ID.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors during the creation of documents (like deliveries, shipments, etc.) can lead to missing linkage IDs.
  Integration Issues: If there are integrations with other systems (like