How To Fix WRF_PRC_CON016 - No transfer possible because of erroneous data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_PRC_CON - Messages for maintaining the internal contract apportionment

• Message number: 016

• Message text: No transfer possible because of erroneous data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_PRC_CON016 - No transfer possible because of erroneous data ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WRF_PRC_CON016 No transfer possible because of erroneous data
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs during the transfer or posting process in SAP when the system detects inconsistent or incorrect data that prevents the transfer from being completed. The "erroneous data" can be due to various reasons such as:
  
  Missing or incorrect master data (e.g., vendor, customer, material master).
  Incorrect or incomplete configuration settings.
  Data inconsistencies in the transactional data being processed.
  Validation or substitution rules that fail during the transfer.
  Issues in the interface or middleware transferring data between systems.
  Incorrect or missing mandatory fields in the document or data record.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error WRF_PRC_CON016, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Detailed Error Log:
  
  Look at the application log (transaction SLG1) or the detailed error message to identify which data is causing the problem.
  Identify the exact field or record flagged as erroneous.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all relevant master data (vendors, customers, materials, etc.) is correctly maintained and active.
  Check for missing or invalid entries.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to the process or transaction.
  Verify that all required customizing is done correctly.
  
  
  
  Validate Transaction Data:
  
  Check the transactional data for completeness and correctness.
  Ensure all mandatory fields are filled and valid.
  
  
  
  Check Validation/Substitution Rules:
  
  Review any validation or substitution rules that might be triggered during the transfer.
  Adjust or deactivate problematic rules if necessary.
  
  
  
  Interface/Middleware Checks:
  
  If data is transferred via interfaces, check the interface logs and middleware for errors.
  Ensure data mapping and transformation are correct.
  
  
  
  Reprocess or Correct Data:
  
  Correct the erroneous data identified.
  Reattempt the transfer or posting after corrections.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to message WRF_PRC_CON016 for any known issues or patches.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:  
  
  SLG1 (Application Log) – to check detailed logs.  
  SM37 (Job Monitoring) – if the transfer is background job-based.  
  Relevant transaction for the process (e.g., MIRO, FB60, etc.).
  
  
  
  Common Modules:  
  
  This error can appear in various modules like MM (Materials Management), FI (Financial Accounting), SD (Sales and Distribution), depending on the process.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and KBAs:  
  
  Always check the SAP Support Portal for notes related to this error message for specific scenarios.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or process context where this error occurs, I can help with more targeted troubleshooting steps.