How To Fix DMC_GENERAL105 - Update rule call for field &1: semantic descriptor is initial

DMC_GENERAL105 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMC_GENERAL - MWB: General Messages

• Message number: 105

• Message text: Update rule call for field &1: semantic descriptor is initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMC_GENERAL105 - Update rule call for field &1: semantic descriptor is initial ?

  The SAP error message DMC_GENERAL105 indicates that there is an issue with an update rule in the Data Migration Cockpit (DMC) where the semantic descriptor for a specific field is not defined or is empty (initial). This typically occurs during data migration processes when the system expects a semantic descriptor to be present for a field but finds it missing.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Semantic Descriptor: The field in question does not have a defined semantic descriptor, which is necessary for the system to understand how to process the data for that field.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the data migration project, such as incorrect mapping or missing definitions in the data model.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been changes to the data model or the structure of the source or target systems, it may lead to discrepancies in the expected fields and their descriptors.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Configuration: Review the configuration