/BOBF/ATF052 - No binary content returned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/ATF -

• Message number: 052

• Message text: No binary content returned

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/ATF052 - No binary content returned ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/ATF052 No binary content returned typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Object Processing Framework (BOPF) or when dealing with OData services in SAP systems. This error indicates that a request was made for binary content (such as a file or image), but the system did not return any data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data: The requested binary content may not exist in the database or the specified path.
  Incorrect URL or Endpoint: The URL or endpoint used to access the binary content may be incorrect or malformed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the binary content.
  Service Configuration: The OData service or BOPF configuration may not be set up correctly to handle binary data.
  Network Issues: There may be network-related issues preventing the retrieval of the binary content.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Data Availability: Verify that the binary content you are trying to access actually exists in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant database tables or using transaction codes that allow you to view the data.
  
  
  Validate URL/Endpoint: Ensure that the URL or endpoint you are using to access the binary content is correct. Check for typos or incorrect parameters.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Make sure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the binary content. You can check this in the user roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  Service Configuration: If you are using an OData service, check the service configuration in the SAP Gateway. Ensure that the service is properly defined to handle binary content and that the relevant entity sets are correctly configured.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to the backend, you can debug the service or the BOPF logic to see where the process is failing. This can provide insights into why no binary content is being returned.
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that there are no network issues that could be affecting the retrieval of the binary content. This includes checking firewalls, proxies, and other network configurations.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for BOPF and OData services to ensure that you are following best practices for accessing binary content.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting on SAP Community forums or other technical forums where SAP professionals discuss similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.