How To Fix DMC_GENERAL480 - Data element must not be empty

DMC_GENERAL480 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMC_GENERAL - MWB: General Messages

• Message number: 480

• Message text: Data element must not be empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMC_GENERAL480 - Data element must not be empty ?

  The SAP error message DMC_GENERAL480 with the description "Data element must not be empty" typically occurs in the context of data migration or data management processes within SAP systems, particularly when using tools like SAP Data Migration Cockpit (DMC) or SAP S/4HANA Migration.
  
  Cause:
  This error indicates that a required field or data element in the data migration process is missing or has not been populated. The system expects certain mandatory fields to be filled with valid data, and when these fields are left empty, the error is triggered.
  Common Causes:
  
  Missing Mandatory Fields: The data being uploaded or processed does not include values for fields that are marked as mandatory.
  Incorrect Mapping: The mapping of source data to target fields may not be correctly defined, leading to empty values being passed to required fields.
  Data Validation Issues: The data being imported may not meet the validation criteria set in the target system, resulting in empty