How To Fix SPC02603 - Related fields not maintained for field '&' in segment number '&'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPC02 - Messages for 2nd phase of SPEC2000

• Message number: 603

• Message text: Related fields not maintained for field '&' in segment number '&'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPC02603 - Related fields not maintained for field '&' in segment number '&' ?

  The SAP error message SPC02603 indicates that there are related fields that have not been maintained for a specific field in a given segment of a data structure, typically in the context of IDoc processing or data mapping in SAP. This error often arises when the system expects certain fields to be filled based on the configuration of the data structure, but they are missing or incorrectly populated.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Related Fields: The primary cause of this error is that the required related fields for the specified field are not filled in the IDoc or data segment.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the IDoc or data structure may not align with the data being processed, leading to missing dependencies.
  Data Mapping Issues: If you are using middleware or data mapping tools, there may be issues in how the data is being transformed or mapped to the IDoc structure.
  Custom Development: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the IDoc processing logic, they may not be handling the related fields correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check IDoc Structure: Review the IDoc structure and ensure that all required fields, especially the related fields, are populated correctly. You can use transaction WE30 to view the IDoc type and its segments.
  Maintain Required Fields: Ensure that the related fields for the specified field are filled in the data being sent. This may involve checking the source system or the data mapping logic.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in transaction WE20 (Partner Profiles) and ensure that the settings for the message type and IDoc type are correct.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can debug the IDoc processing to identify where the error is occurring and which fields are missing.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific IDoc type you are working with to understand the required fields and their relationships.
  Testing: After making changes, test the IDoc processing again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE30: IDoc Type Development
  WE20: Partner Profile
  WE02: Display IDocs
  WE19: Test IDoc
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  IDoc Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific IDoc type you are working with to understand the required fields and their relationships.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the SPC02603 error and implement a solution to resolve it.