How To Fix CMS_OMS_BP_LNK020 - Mandatory value type &1 should not be deleted for this object

CMS_OMS_BP_LNK020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_OMS_BP_LNK - Business Partner Service Link

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Mandatory value type &1 should not be deleted for this object

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CMS_OMS_BP_LNK020 - Details

• The SAP error message CMS_OMS_BP_LNK020 indicates that a mandatory value type (represented by &1) is being deleted for a specific object, which is not allowed. This error typically arises in the context of Business Partner (BP) management or when dealing with master data in SAP Customer Management (CMS) or SAP S/4HANA.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A mandatory field or value type that is required for the object (like a Business Partner) is being removed or set to a null value.
  The system enforces data integrity rules that prevent the deletion of mandatory fields, as they are essential for the proper functioning of the application and data consistency.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Mandatory Field: Check the error message for the specific value type indicated by &1. This will tell you which mandatory field is causing the issue.
  
  
  Review Object Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the Business Partner