How To Fix EM111 - Field &2: An initial value is not allowed for required fields

EM111 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EM - IS-U Migration

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Field &2: An initial value is not allowed for required fields

What causes this issue?

The transferred data record with legacy system key &V1& contains a
blank field <LS>&V2&</>. This is not allowed because the target field
is a required field.

System Response

The system cannot continue processing the data record.

How to fix this error?

The following options are available:
Check the data record in the error file or in the original file
Correct the entry
Import the data record again

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EM111 - Field &2: An initial value is not allowed for required fields ?

  The SAP error message EM111, which states "Field &2: An initial value is not allowed for required fields," typically occurs when a user attempts to save a transaction or data entry in SAP without providing a value for a field that has been marked as required. This error indicates that the system expects a value in a specific field, but it has been left blank.
  
  Cause:
  
  Required Field Not Filled: The most common cause is that a required field (indicated by an asterisk or other markers in the SAP interface) has not been filled in.
  Field Configuration: The field may be configured in the system as mandatory, meaning it must have a value before the transaction can be saved.
  Data Entry Error: Users may overlook required fields during data entry, especially in complex forms with many fields.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Field: Check the error message for the specific field name indicated by "&2". This will tell