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How To Fix WB2B2272 - The field &1 is not filled in the external structure &2. Key &3


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WB2B2 - Trading Contract (part 2)

  • Message number: 272

  • Message text: The field &1 is not filled in the external structure &2. Key &3

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB2B2272 - The field &1 is not filled in the external structure &2. Key &3 ?

    The SAP error message WB2B2272 indicates that a required field in an external structure is not filled in, which is causing an issue during data processing. This error typically occurs in the context of data transfer or integration scenarios, such as when working with IDocs, BAPIs, or other interfaces.

    Cause:

    The error message WB2B2272 is triggered when:

    • A mandatory field (denoted as &1 in the error message) is not populated in the external structure (denoted as &2).
    • The key (denoted as &3) refers to a specific record or instance that is being processed.

    This situation can arise due to:

    • Missing data in the source system that is being transferred to SAP.
    • Incorrect mapping of fields between the source and target systems.
    • Configuration issues in the data transfer process.

    Solution:

    To resolve the WB2B2272 error, you can take the following steps:

    1. Identify the Missing Field: Check the error message for the specific field name (represented by &1) that is not filled. This will help you understand what data is missing.

    2. Check the External Structure: Review the external structure (represented by &2) to understand its requirements and ensure that all mandatory fields are populated.

    3. Review the Data Source: Investigate the source system or data file to ensure that the required data is being sent. If the data is missing, you may need to correct the data in the source system.

    4. Mapping Configuration: If you are using middleware or an interface, check the mapping configuration to ensure that the fields are correctly mapped from the source to the target.

    5. Testing: After making the necessary corrections, test the data transfer again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.

    6. Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the required fields or the structure, refer to the relevant SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional team.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like WE02 (IDoc display) or WE19 (IDoc test) to analyze the IDocs and see the data being transferred.
    • SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
    • Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the process to see where the data is being lost or not populated.

    By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the WB2B2272 error and implement a solution to resolve it.

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