How To Fix WUF057 - Field check: Field &1 of structure &2 is not initial; otherwise &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WUF -

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Field check: Field &1 of structure &2 is not initial; otherwise &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WUF057 - Field check: Field &1 of structure &2 is not initial; otherwise &3 ?

  The SAP error message WUF057 indicates that a field in a specified structure is expected to be empty (initial) but is not. This error typically arises in the context of data validation, where certain fields must meet specific criteria before processing can continue.
  Cause:
  The error message WUF057 is triggered when:
  
  A field (denoted as &1) in a structure (denoted as &2) contains a value when it is expected to be empty (initial).
  The message may also indicate that if the field is not empty, it must meet certain conditions (denoted as &3).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Field and Structure: Check the details of the error message to identify which field (&1) and structure (&2) are causing the issue.
  
  
  Check Field Value: Review the value in the specified field. If it is not supposed to contain any data, you will need to clear it.
  
  
  Understand the Conditions: Look at the additional information provided in the error message (&3). This may give you insight into what the field should contain if it is not empty.
  
  
  Data Entry Validation: Ensure that the data entry process or the program logic that populates this field is correctly implemented. If the field should be empty under certain conditions, make sure that those conditions are being checked and enforced.
  
  
  Debugging: If you are a developer or have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the relevant code to see how the field is being populated and why it is not empty when it should be.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If available, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for the specific module you are working with. This can provide additional context on the expected behavior of the field.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the process again to ensure that the error does not occur.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to view or modify the data related to the error.
  User Exits or BAdIs: If the error is occurring in a custom development scenario, check if there are any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting the field's value.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the WUF057 error and implement a solution to resolve it.