How To Fix SRT_CORE012 - ASSERT failed: field is initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRT_CORE - Nachrichtenklasse für SOAP Runtime

• Message number: 012

• Message text: ASSERT failed: field is initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT_CORE012 - ASSERT failed: field is initial ?

  The SAP error message SRT_CORE012 ASSERT failed: field is initial typically occurs in the context of SAP's web services and integration scenarios, particularly when using the SAP Process Integration (PI) or SAP Process Orchestration (PO) components. This error indicates that an assertion has failed because a required field is empty or not initialized when it is expected to have a value.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Data: The error usually arises when a required field in a message or data structure is not populated. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrect mapping in the integration process.
  Missing configuration in the service interface.
  Issues in the data being sent from the sender system.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: If the web service or integration scenario is not properly configured, it may lead to fields not being populated as expected.
  
  
  Coding Errors: If there are custom implementations (e.g., ABAP code) involved in the processing of the message, there may be logic errors that lead to fields not being initialized.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Mapping: Review the mapping configuration in the Integration Directory or the relevant mapping tool (like SAP PI/PO). Ensure that all required fields are correctly mapped and populated.
  
  
  Validate Input Data: Ensure that the data being sent to the web service or integration process contains all the required fields. You may need to check the sender system or the data source.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration of the service interface and ensure that all necessary parameters and settings are correctly defined.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to the backend, you can enable debugging to trace the execution and identify where the assertion is failing. Look for the specific field that is causing the issue.
  
  
  Check Custom Code: If there is any custom code involved, review it to ensure that all fields are being initialized properly before they are used.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that might address this specific error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for SRT (SAP Runtime) and web services for more details on configuration and common issues.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  Error Logs: Review the error logs in the SAP system (transaction SLG1) to gather more context about the error occurrence.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the SRT_CORE012 error and implement a solution to resolve it.