How To Fix VCH_HL_SOAP008 - Characteristic &1 is missing.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VCH_HL_SOAP -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Characteristic &1 is missing.

What causes this issue?

In this configuration model, the characteristic was explicitly
transmitted, but it was not part of the configuration result.
The explicit transmission is interpreted as the expectation that the
characteristic is part of the configuration.

System Response

The system detected this situation, locked the configuration and
communicated the error to further processes, which might have stopped
committing the configuration to the database.

How to fix this error?

Please verify:
1. The transmitted characteristic is correct.
2. The transmitted characteristic is maintained in the system.
3. The transmitted characteristic is part of the configuration model.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VCH_HL_SOAP008 - Characteristic &1 is missing. ?

  The SAP error message VCH_HL_SOAP008 indicates that a specific characteristic (denoted as &1) is missing in the context of a SOAP (Simple Object Access Protocol) communication, typically related to the handling of data in SAP systems, such as SAP CRM or SAP ERP.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Characteristic: The error usually arises when a required characteristic (attribute or property) that is expected in the SOAP request or response is not present. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrect configuration of the SOAP service.
  Missing or incomplete data in the request being sent to the SAP system.
  Changes in the data model that have not been reflected in the SOAP interface.
  
  
  
  Mapping Issues: If there are issues with the mapping of data between the source system and the SAP system, it can lead to missing characteristics.
  
  
  Version Mismatch: If there is a version mismatch between the client and the server, it may lead to discrepancies in the expected data structure.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the SOAP service in SAP. Ensure that all required characteristics are correctly defined and mapped.
  
  
  Validate Input Data: Ensure that the data being sent in the SOAP request includes all necessary characteristics. You may need to check the source system or the application generating the SOAP request.
  
  
  Update Data Model: If there have been changes to the data model, ensure that the SOAP interface is updated accordingly to reflect these changes.
  
  
  Debugging: Use transaction codes like SOAMANAGER to check the service configuration and logs. You can also enable logging for the SOAP service to capture more detailed error information.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the relevant SAP documentation for the specific SOAP service you are using. This can provide insights into required fields and characteristics.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a production issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SOAMANAGER: For managing web services and SOAP configurations.
  SLG1: For checking application logs that might provide more context on the error.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Web Service Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific web service you are working with to understand the expected input and output structures.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.