CVI_API050 - Switch to account group &1 not possible: at least one field not displayed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CVI_API - Common for Customer & Vendor APIs

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Switch to account group &1 not possible: at least one field not displayed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CVI_API050 - Switch to account group &1 not possible: at least one field not displayed ?

  The SAP error message CVI_API050 indicates that there is an issue when trying to switch to a different account group in the Customer-Vendor Integration (CVI) process. The specific message states that the switch to the specified account group is not possible because at least one field required for the operation is not displayed.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  
  Field Configuration: The fields required for the new account group are not configured to be displayed in the current view or transaction. This can happen if the field status group assigned to the account group does not allow certain fields to be displayed.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the switch from being completed. For example, mandatory fields for the new account group may not be filled in.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or modify certain fields associated with the account group.
  
  
  Customizations: Custom fields or modifications in the system may not be properly configured to handle the switch between account groups.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CVI_API050 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Field Status:
  
  Go to the configuration of the account group in transaction OBCD (for customer account groups) or OBD2 (for vendor account groups).
  Verify the field status group assigned to the account group and ensure that all required fields are set to "Display" or "Required".
  
  
  
  Review Data:
  
  Check the data of the customer or vendor record you are trying to switch. Ensure that all mandatory fields for the target account group are filled in correctly.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and edit the fields associated with the account group. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Custom Fields:
  
  If there are custom fields involved, ensure that they are properly configured in the data model and that they are included in the field status for the account group.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to CVI and account group changes for any specific requirements or known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the switch again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBCD - Customer Account Group Configuration
  OBD2 - Vendor Account Group Configuration
  SU53 - Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  CVI Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on Customer-Vendor Integration and account group management.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.