How To Fix BUP_ADDR023 - Change mode &1 is unknown

BUP_ADDR023 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BUP_ADDR - BP: Message Class for Address Segment

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Change mode &1 is unknown

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BUP_ADDR023 - Change mode &1 is unknown ?

  The SAP error message BUP_ADDR023 indicates that there is an issue with the change mode specified in a Business Partner (BP) address operation. The message states that the change mode provided is unknown or not recognized by the system.
  
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Invalid Change Mode: The change mode specified in the operation (e.g., create, update, delete) is not valid or is misspelled.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Business Partner settings that do not recognize the specified change mode.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might not be handling the change mode correctly.
  Data Transfer Issues: If the error occurs during data transfer (e.g., through an interface), the data being sent may not conform to the expected format.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Change Mode: Verify the change mode being used in the