How To Fix VTBAPI013 - Parameter 'headerdeadline-time_type' (logical time) is blank

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VTBAPI - Output for Shipment Processing BAPIs

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Parameter 'headerdeadline-time_type' (logical time) is blank

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VTBAPI013 - Parameter 'headerdeadline-time_type' (logical time) is blank ?

  The SAP error message VTBAPI013 indicates that the parameter headerdeadline-time_type (logical time) is blank. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Vehicle Tracking and Business Process Integration (VTBAPI) when there is an issue with the data being processed, particularly related to deadlines or time parameters.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause of this error is that the required parameter headerdeadline-time_type is not being populated correctly in the API call or data processing step.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the correct time type from being set.
  Data Mapping Errors: If the data is being transferred from another system or module, there may be mapping errors that lead to this parameter being left blank.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might not be handling this parameter correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Data: Ensure that the input data being sent to the API includes the headerdeadline-time_type parameter and that it is populated with a valid value.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the VTBAPI and ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly defined and mapped.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, you can debug the API call to see where the parameter is being set and why it might be blank.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the VTBAPI to understand the expected values for headerdeadline-time_type and ensure that your implementation adheres to these requirements.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your code to catch instances where required parameters are missing and provide meaningful error messages to help with troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that might address this issue. Sometimes, SAP releases patches or notes that provide solutions for known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for the VTBAPI to understand the parameters and their expected values.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.