How To Fix CRM_SALES_MASS016 - Sales item was only partially changed due to field check problems

CRM_SALES_MASS016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_SALES_MASS - Messages for Sales Order Mass Change

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Sales item was only partially changed due to field check problems

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_SALES_MASS016 - Sales item was only partially changed due to field check problems ?

  The SAP error message CRM_SALES_MASS016 indicates that a sales item was only partially changed due to field check problems. This typically occurs in the context of sales order processing within the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) module. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Field Validation Errors: The error usually arises when certain fields in the sales order do not meet the validation criteria set in the system. This could be due to:
  
  Missing mandatory fields.
  Incorrect data formats (e.g., dates, quantities).
  Values that do not conform to predefined ranges or lists (e.g., invalid product codes).
  Inconsistent data between related fields (e.g., incompatible pricing or conditions).
  
  
  
  Custom Validation Logic: If there are custom validations implemented in the system (e.g., user exits, BAdIs), these may also trigger this error if the data does not meet the custom criteria.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to change certain fields, leading