How To Fix WRF_REF143 - &4 BAdI returned initial value in mandatory field >&1<

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_REF - Messages from References for Materials Without History

• Message number: 143

• Message text: &4 BAdI returned initial value in mandatory field >&1<

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_REF143 - &4 BAdI returned initial value in mandatory field >&1< ?

  The SAP error message WRF_REF143 indicates that a BAdI (Business Add-In) has returned an initial value for a mandatory field, which is not allowed in the context of the operation being performed. This typically occurs in the area of SAP Retail or SAP S/4HANA when dealing with master data or transactional data related to products, pricing, or other retail-specific functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  BAdI Implementation: The BAdI implementation that is supposed to provide a value for a mandatory field is either not implemented correctly or is returning an initial (empty) value.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that lead to the BAdI not being triggered correctly or not providing the expected values.
  Data Issues: The data being processed may be incomplete or incorrect, leading to the BAdI not being able to derive a valid value for the mandatory field.
  Custom Code: If there is custom code associated with the BAdI, it may have bugs or logical errors that prevent it from returning the correct value.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check BAdI Implementation: Review the implementation of the BAdI associated with the error. Ensure that it is correctly implemented and that it returns valid values for all mandatory fields.
  
  Use transaction SE18 to find the BAdI and SE19 to check the implementation.
  
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, you can debug the BAdI implementation to see why it is returning an initial value. Look for any conditions that might lead to this behavior.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the BAdI and the data being processed. Ensure that all necessary configurations are in place and that there are no missing settings.
  
  
  Data Validation: Validate the data being processed to ensure that it meets all the requirements for the BAdI to function correctly. This includes checking for any missing or incorrect entries in the relevant master data or transactional data.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific BAdI and the error message for any known issues or additional guidance.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAdI (Business Add-In): A way to enhance SAP applications without modifying the original code. BAdIs allow for custom logic to be added to standard SAP processes.
  Mandatory Fields: Fields that must be filled in for a transaction or process to be valid. If these fields are left empty, the system will throw an error.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.