How To Fix CVI_MAPPING026 - Field '&1' is not allowed to be empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CVI_MAPPING - Error from CVI Assignment Objects

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Field '&1' is not allowed to be empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CVI_MAPPING026 - Field '&1' is not allowed to be empty ?

  The SAP error message CVI_MAPPING026 indicates that a specific field, represented by &1, is required to have a value and cannot be left empty. This error typically occurs in the context of the Customer-Vendor Integration (CVI) process, which is used to synchronize data between the customer and vendor master records in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when you attempt to create or update a business partner (BP) or a customer/vendor record, and one of the mandatory fields is not filled in. The specific field that is empty will be indicated in the error message where &1 is replaced with the name of the field.
  Common Causes:
  
  Missing Mandatory Fields: The field that is required is not populated in the transaction you are trying to execute.
  Incorrect Configuration: The field may be set as mandatory in the configuration but is not being filled in the data transfer or input.
  Data Migration Issues: If you are migrating data from legacy systems, some mandatory fields may not have been mapped correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CVI_MAPPING026 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Field: Check the error message to identify which field is indicated as empty. This will be shown in place of &1.
  
  
  Fill in the Required Field: Go to the transaction where the error occurred and ensure that the identified field is filled with the appropriate value.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If you are unsure why the field is mandatory, review the configuration settings in the SAP system to understand the requirements for the business partner or customer/vendor records.
  
  
  Data Validation: If you are importing or migrating data, ensure that all mandatory fields are included in your data set and that they are populated correctly.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, try to execute the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Roles: Understand the roles assigned to business partners, as different roles may have different mandatory fields.
  Field Status Groups: Check the field status groups in the configuration to see which fields are set as mandatory.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) and XK01/XK02 (Vendor) or FD01/FD02 (Customer) to manage master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.