How To Fix BAPI1022038 - Required entry field &1 is not completed - legacy asset not created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BAPI1022 - Messages from FIXEDASSET BAPIs

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Required entry field &1 is not completed - legacy asset not created

What causes this issue?

Field &v1& ("&v2&") is a required entry field in the screen layout rule
of asset class &v3&. Data was not supplied to this field when the BAPI
was called.

System Response

A legacy asset is not created.

How to fix this error?

When the "FixedAsset.CreateInclValues" BAPI is called, also send field
&v1&. Or change this field to an optional entry field in the screen
layout rule.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BAPI1022038 - Required entry field &1 is not completed - legacy asset not created ?

  The SAP error message BAPI1022038 indicates that a required entry field for creating a legacy asset is not completed. This error typically occurs when using a BAPI (Business Application Programming Interface) to create or update asset data in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with legacy asset transfers.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when one or more mandatory fields required for the creation of a legacy asset are missing or not filled in correctly. Common reasons for this error include:
  
  Missing Required Fields: Certain fields that are marked as mandatory in the asset master data are not provided in the BAPI call.
  Incorrect Data Format: The data provided may not conform to the expected format or data type.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the asset accounting module that require additional fields to be filled out.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Required Fields: Review the documentation for the specific BAPI you are using (e.g., BAPI_ASSET_CREATE) to identify all required fields. Ensure that all mandatory fields are populated in your BAPI call.
  
  
  Validate Input Data: Ensure that the data being passed to the BAPI is in the correct format and adheres to any constraints (e.g., date formats, numeric values).
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: If you are unsure which fields are required, you can use transaction codes like AS01 (Create Asset) in the SAP GUI to manually create an asset. This will help you identify which fields are mandatory.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If the issue persists, check the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module (transaction code SPRO) to ensure that there are no additional requirements for asset creation.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can debug the BAPI call to see which specific field is causing the error.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation or the specific BAPI documentation for additional details on the required fields and their meanings.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAPI Documentation: SAP provides detailed documentation for each BAPI, including the required fields and their descriptions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the BAPI you are using.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in Asset Accounting, such as AS01, AS02, and AS03 for creating, changing, and displaying assets, respectively.
  
  By ensuring that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the data adheres to the expected formats, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully create the legacy asset.