How To Fix WRMA_FI012 - Transferred field &1 does not have valid content; class &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRMA_FI - Messages for RMA

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Transferred field &1 does not have valid content; class &2

What causes this issue?

The transferred field, &V1&, is either blank or contains an invalid
value.
The system performed the check within class &V2&. If an IDoc was used to
import the data, then the data in IDoc &V3& is inconsistent.

System Response

Processing is canceled.

How to fix this error?

Correct the transferred data.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRMA_FI012 - Transferred field &1 does not have valid content; class &2 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WRMA_FI012 Transferred field &1 does not have valid content; class &2
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This error occurs during the processing of Return Material Authorization (RMA) or related financial postings in SAP when a specific field (indicated by &1) that is being transferred to the financial accounting (FI) module does not contain valid or expected data. The error message also references a class (&2), which usually indicates the validation or processing class responsible for the check.
  In other words:
  
  The system expects a certain field to have valid content (e.g., a valid account number, cost center, profit center, or other financial master data), but the field is either empty, incorrectly formatted, or contains invalid data that does not meet the validation criteria.
  
  Common Causes:
  
  Missing or incorrect master data in the financial accounting or controlling modules.
  Incorrect or incomplete configuration in the RMA or FI integration settings.
  Data inconsistencies between the RMA document and the FI document.
  Custom validations or user-exits that enforce strict data checks.
  Incorrect mapping or transfer of fields during the RMA to FI posting process.
  
  
  Solution / How to Fix:
  
  
  Identify the Field &1 and Class &2:  
  
  Check the exact field name (&1) mentioned in the error message.
  Identify the class (&2) responsible for the validation (this can be a validation class or a BAdI implementation).
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:  
  
  Verify that the field in question has valid master data assigned. For example, if the field is a cost center, ensure the cost center exists and is valid.
  Check if the master data is active and valid for the posting date.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:  
  
  Check the configuration of the RMA process and its integration with FI.
  Ensure that the field mappings between RMA and FI are correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Check Document Data:  
  
  Review the RMA document data to ensure the field is populated correctly.
  If the field is derived from another document or process, verify the source data.
  
  
  
  Debug / Trace:  
  
  If the issue is not obvious, perform a debug or trace in the system to see where the validation fails.
  Look into user-exits, BAdIs, or custom code that might be enforcing additional checks.
  
  
  
  Correct the Data:  
  
  Update the RMA document or master data to provide valid content for the field.
  If necessary, correct the configuration or mappings.
  
  
  
  Test the Process:  
  
  After corrections, reprocess the RMA posting to FI and verify that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This error is typically encountered in scenarios involving RMA processing with financial postings, such as credit memos, returns, or warranty claims.
  The error message is part of the standard SAP message class WRMA_FI, which relates to RMA and FI integration.
  If custom validations are implemented, coordinate with your ABAP developer or SAP consultant to review the validation logic.
  Always ensure that master data consistency is maintained across modules to avoid such errors.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  WRMA_FI012 Transferred field &1 invalid
  
  
  Cause
  Field &1 contains invalid or missing data during RMA to FI posting
  
  
  Solution
  Verify and correct master data, configuration, and document data for the field; debug if needed
  
  
  Related Areas
  RMA processing, FI integration, master data validation
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the actual field name and class from your error message, I can help you with more specific guidance.