How To Fix /SMB/RUNTIME_CORE087 - BOPF-Key has not been supplied. Activation not possible.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/RUNTIME_CORE -

• Message number: 087

• Message text: BOPF-Key has not been supplied. Activation not possible.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/RUNTIME_CORE087 - BOPF-Key has not been supplied. Activation not possible. ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/RUNTIME_CORE087 BOPF-Key has not been supplied. Activation not possible. typically occurs in the context of Business Object Processing Framework (BOPF) when an operation is attempted without the necessary key information. This error indicates that the system is unable to identify the specific business object instance that you are trying to work with because the key (or keys) required to uniquely identify that instance has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Key Information: The most common cause of this error is that the key fields required to identify the BOPF object are not being passed in the request. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to read, update, or delete an object.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the BOPF object or the way it is being called in the application.
  Programming Errors: If you are working with custom code, there may be a bug or oversight in how the BOPF object is being instantiated or manipulated.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Key Fields: Ensure that you are supplying all the necessary key fields when calling the BOPF methods. This typically involves checking the parameters being passed to the BOPF methods to ensure they include the required keys.
  Review BOPF Configuration: If you have access to the BOPF configuration, review the definition of the business object to ensure that the keys are correctly defined and that the object is properly configured.
  Debugging: If you are working with custom code, use debugging tools to trace the execution and identify where the key information is being lost or not set.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for BOPF to understand the expected structure and requirements for the specific business object you are working with.
  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.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOPF Documentation: SAP provides extensive documentation on the Business Object Processing Framework, which can be helpful in understanding how to work with BOPF objects and their keys.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Community Forums: Consider reaching out to SAP community forums or user groups where you can find discussions related to similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By ensuring that the necessary keys are provided and reviewing the configuration and code, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully activate the BOPF object.