How To Fix CVIV_UI101 - & flag not selected in Additional General Data section

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CVIV_UI - Vendor Integration in Business Partner Processing Dialog

• Message number: 101

• Message text: & flag not selected in Additional General Data section

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CVIV_UI101 - & flag not selected in Additional General Data section ?

  The SAP error message CVIV_UI101 typically relates to issues in the configuration or data entry within the SAP system, particularly in the context of customer/vendor master data. The specific mention of "flag not selected in Additional General Data section" suggests that there is a required field or checkbox that has not been activated or filled out correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Selection: The error indicates that a required checkbox or flag in the "Additional General Data" section of the customer or vendor master record has not been selected. This could be a mandatory field that needs to be filled out for the transaction to proceed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that require certain flags to be set for specific business processes.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have overlooked the necessary fields during data entry, leading to incomplete records.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Master Data: Navigate to the customer or vendor master data record in SAP and review the "Additional General Data" section. Ensure that all required flags and fields are selected or filled out.
  Update the Record: If you find that the necessary flag is not selected, update the record accordingly. Save the changes and try the transaction again.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the settings for the customer/vendor master data are correctly defined. They may need to adjust the configuration to ensure that the necessary flags are set as required.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of filling out all required fields in the master data records to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as XD02 (Change Customer) or MK02 (Change Vendor) to access and modify the master data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions for specific versions of the software.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to customer/vendor master data management for best practices and guidelines.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.