How To Fix CRM_BUPA_FRG0040401 - Customer Since is a required entry field; fill the field

CRM_BUPA_FRG0040401 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_BUPA_FRG0040 - Service BP Sales Classification

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Customer Since is a required entry field; fill the field

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_BUPA_FRG0040401 - Customer Since is a required entry field; fill the field ?

  The SAP error message CRM_BUPA_FRG0040401 indicates that the "Customer Since" field is a required entry field that has not been filled in. This error typically occurs in the context of creating or updating a business partner (customer) record in the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) module.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to save a business partner record without providing a value for the "Customer Since" field. This field is essential for defining the start date of the customer relationship and is often required for compliance, reporting, or business logic purposes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to fill in the "Customer Since" field with a valid date. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Navigate to the Business Partner Screen: Go to the transaction or screen where you are creating or editing the business partner.
  
  
  Locate the "Customer Since" Field: Find the field labeled "Customer Since" in the relevant section of the form.
  
  
  Enter