How To Fix SRT503 - Do not enter SPACE! Caution: Such trees have been detected!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRT - Messages in report tree (Hierarchy tool)

• Message number: 503

• Message text: Do not enter SPACE! Caution: Such trees have been detected!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT503 - Do not enter SPACE! Caution: Such trees have been detected! ?

  The SAP error message SRT503, which states "Do not enter SPACE! Caution: Such trees have been detected!" typically occurs in the context of SAP Process Integration (PI) or SAP Process Orchestration (PO) when there are issues related to the configuration of the integration scenarios, particularly when dealing with mappings or message processing.
  Cause:
  
  Whitespace in Configuration: The error often arises when there are leading or trailing spaces in the configuration settings, such as in the names of message types, namespaces, or other identifiers.
  Invalid Characters: The presence of invalid characters or spaces in the configuration can lead to issues in processing the integration flows.
  Mapping Issues: If you are using graphical mappings or XSLT mappings, spaces in the mapping definitions can cause this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the Integration Directory and ensure that there are no leading or trailing spaces in any of the fields. This includes checking:
  
  Sender and receiver agreements
  Message types
  Interface mappings
  Any other relevant configuration settings
  
  
  
  Validate Mappings: If you are using mappings, open the mapping definitions and check for any spaces or invalid characters. Remove any unnecessary spaces.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SXMB_MONI (for monitoring) or SXI_MONI (for integration monitoring) to trace the messages and identify where the error is occurring.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the integration scenario again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP PI/PO you are using for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific notes related to error SRT503. SAP frequently updates their knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful to see if other users have encountered the same issue and what solutions they found effective.
  Best Practices: Follow best practices for naming conventions and configuration in SAP PI/PO to avoid such issues in the future.
  
  By addressing the whitespace and ensuring that all configuration settings are clean and valid, you should be able to resolve the SRT503 error.