/SAPCEM/BAPI046 - Intermediate recipient must be filled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCEM/BAPI -

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Intermediate recipient must be filled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCEM/BAPI046 - Intermediate recipient must be filled ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCEM/BAPI046 Intermediate recipient must be filled typically occurs in the context of using the BAPI (Business Application Programming Interface) related to the SAP Customer Engagement Management (CEM) or similar modules. This error indicates that a required field for an "intermediate recipient" is not filled in the data being processed.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a value in the "intermediate recipient" field, which is mandatory for the operation you are trying to perform. This could happen due to:
  
  Missing Data: The data being passed to the BAPI does not include the necessary information for the intermediate recipient.
  Incorrect Mapping: If you are using a custom program or interface, the mapping of fields may not be correctly set up.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that require this field to be filled but are not being adhered to in the current transaction.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Input Data: Ensure that the data being sent to the BAPI includes a valid value for the intermediate recipient field. This may involve checking the source of the data or the logic that populates this field.
  
  
  Review BAPI Documentation: Consult the documentation for the specific BAPI you are using to understand the required fields and their expected values. This can help you identify what is missing.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP code or the interface that calls the BAPI, you can debug the program to see what values are being passed and identify where the intermediate recipient field is being left empty.
  
  
  Configuration Check: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to the BAPI or the business process you are working with. Ensure that all mandatory fields are correctly configured.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance. They may have additional insights or solutions based on your specific system setup.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAPI Documentation: Look for the specific BAPI documentation in the SAP Help Portal or through transaction SE37 (Function Module) to understand the parameters and their requirements.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the specific BAPI or error message for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the /SAPCEM/BAPI046 Intermediate recipient must be filled error message.