How To Fix BUP_CENT022 - Mandatory field "Valid From" not filled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BUP_CENT - BP: Messages for Segment General Data

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Mandatory field "Valid From" not filled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BUP_CENT022 - Mandatory field "Valid From" not filled ?

  The SAP error message BUP_CENT022 indicates that the mandatory field "Valid From" is not filled in a business partner (BP) record. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or update a business partner in the SAP system, and the system requires a "Valid From" date to be specified.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a value in the "Valid From" field, which is a required field for certain business partner roles or when creating a new business partner. The "Valid From" date indicates the start date for the validity of the business partner data.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the "Valid From" field is filled in when creating or updating the business partner. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Business Partner Transaction:
  
  Go to the transaction code for creating or editing a business partner (e.g., BP).
  
  
  
  Select the Appropriate Role:
  
  Choose the role for which you are creating or updating the business partner. Different roles may have different mandatory fields.
  
  
  
  Fill in the "Valid From" Field:
  
  Locate the "Valid From" field in the relevant section of the business partner data.
  Enter a valid date that indicates when the business partner information should be considered valid.
  
  
  
  Save the Changes:
  
  After filling in the required fields, save the business partner record.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Mandatory Fields:
  
  Ensure that all other mandatory fields are also filled in to avoid similar errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Roles: Different roles (e.g., customer, vendor) may have different requirements for mandatory fields. Make sure to check the specific requirements for the role you are working with.
  Date Format: Ensure that the date format you are using is compatible with the SAP system settings (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY or MM/DD/YYYY).
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify business partner records.
  SAP Notes: If the issue persists or if you encounter additional errors, consider checking SAP Notes or the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or patches related to business partner management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BUP_CENT022 error and successfully create or update the business partner record in SAP.