How To Fix SXCO089 - Missing source type.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SXCO - Extension Common: Messages

• Message number: 089

• Message text: Missing source type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SXCO089 - Missing source type. ?

  The SAP error message SXCO089: Missing source type typically occurs in the context of SAP's process integration or when dealing with the SAP Exchange Infrastructure (XI) or Process Integration (PI). This error indicates that a required source type for a message or process is not defined or is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The source type may not be properly configured in the relevant integration scenario.
  Missing Mapping: The mapping between the source and target systems may not be defined correctly, leading to the absence of a source type.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the source type may not have been included in the transport.
  Incorrect Message Type: The message type being processed may not have a corresponding source type defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the Integration Builder (or relevant configuration tool) and verify that the source type is defined for the message type you are working with.
  Ensure that the sender and receiver agreements are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Define Source Type:
  
  If the source type is missing, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in the Integration Directory or the relevant configuration area.
  Ensure that the source type is correctly mapped to the appropriate message type.
  
  
  
  Review Mappings:
  
  Check the mappings in the Integration Builder to ensure that the source type is correctly linked to the target type.
  If necessary, create or adjust the mapping to include the missing source type.
  
  
  
  Transport Configuration:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  If needed, re-transport the missing configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the integration scenario to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using, as they may provide additional insights or patches related to this error.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Process Integration or Exchange Infrastructure for detailed guidance on configuring source types and mappings.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or SAP support channels for additional help from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SXCO089 error in your SAP environment.