How To Fix DMC_GENERAL102 - Update rule call: field is initial

DMC_GENERAL102 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMC_GENERAL - MWB: General Messages

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Update rule call: field is initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMC_GENERAL102 - Update rule call: field is initial ?

  The SAP error message DMC_GENERAL102 typically indicates that there is an issue with an update rule in the Data Migration Cockpit (DMC) or during data transfer processes. The specific message "Update rule call: field is initial" suggests that a required field is empty or not populated when the system expects it to have a value.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Required Fields: The error often occurs when a mandatory field in the data mapping or transformation process is not filled in. This could be due to missing data in the source file or incorrect mapping in the DMC.
  Incorrect Data Mapping: If the mapping of fields from the source to the target is not set up correctly, it can lead to situations where the system expects a value but finds none.
  Data Type Mismatch: If the data type of the source field does not match the expected data type in the target field, it may lead to