How To Fix /BA1/AL_C0_DEEP_MVC003 - Error during mapping step '&1' of source cat. '&2' in target cat. '&3'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BA1/AL_C0_DEEP_MVC -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Error during mapping step '&1' of source cat. '&2' in target cat. '&3'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BA1/AL_C0_DEEP_MVC003 - Error during mapping step '&1' of source cat. '&2' in target cat. '&3' ?

  The SAP error message /BA1/AL_C0_DEEP_MVC003 typically indicates an issue during the mapping step of a data transfer process, particularly in the context of SAP's Advanced Data Migration or Data Services. This error can occur when there is a problem with the mapping configuration or the data being processed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Mapping 
  Configuration Issues: The mapping step may not be correctly configured, leading to mismatches between the source and target categories.
  Data Quality Issues: The data in the source category may not meet the expected format or constraints required by the target category.
  Incompatible Data Types: There may be a mismatch in data types between the source and target fields.
  Missing or Incorrect Data: Required fields in the source data may be missing or contain invalid values.
  Transformation Logic Errors: If there are any transformation rules applied during the mapping, they may be incorrectly defined.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Mapping Configuration: Review the mapping configuration for the specified source and target categories.