How To Fix /BOBF/SP_MAPPING018 - Query field mapping: CREATE DATA for structure &1 or &2 failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/SP_MAPPING -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Query field mapping: CREATE DATA for structure &1 or &2 failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/SP_MAPPING018 - Query field mapping: CREATE DATA for structure &1 or &2 failed ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/SP_MAPPING018 typically indicates an issue with the mapping of query fields when trying to create data for a specific structure in the Business Object Processing Framework (BOPF). This error can occur in various scenarios, particularly when there is a mismatch or misconfiguration in the data model or when the system is unable to map the fields correctly.
  Causes:
  
  Field Mapping Issues: The fields in the source structure do not match the target structure, leading to mapping failures.
  Data Model Configuration: There may be inconsistencies in the BOPF data model configuration, such as missing or incorrectly defined attributes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation, leading to failures in data creation.
  Incorrect Data Types: The data types of the fields being mapped may not be compatible, causing the mapping to fail.
  Missing Required Fields: If required fields in the target structure are not being populated, the