How To Fix CRM_ICM_UI_BP001 - Unknown flag is initial; last name and first name required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_ICM_UI_BP - ICM BP messages only from the UI

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Unknown flag is initial; last name and first name required

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_ICM_UI_BP001 - Unknown flag is initial; last name and first name required ?

  The SAP error message "CRM_ICM_UI_BP001 Unknown flag is initial; last name and first name required" typically occurs in the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) module when creating or updating a business partner (BP) record. This error indicates that the system expects both the last name and first name fields to be filled in, but they are either empty or not properly initialized.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Required Fields: The most common cause of this error is that the last name and/or first name fields are not filled in when creating or updating a business partner.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the business partner settings that requires these fields to be mandatory.
  Data Transfer Issues: If data is being transferred from another system or interface, it may not be populating these fields correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Fill in Required Fields: Ensure that both the last name and first name fields are filled in when creating or updating