How To Fix EM188 - Mandatory indicator for &3 deleted; indicator selected in original object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EM - IS-U Migration

• Message number: 188

• Message text: Mandatory indicator for &3 deleted; indicator selected in original object

What causes this issue?

You deleted the <DS:DE.EMG_REQU>required entry field indicator</> for
field &V3&. This indicator is set in original object &V2& of company
&V1&, which is supplied by SAP.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check your entries.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EM188 - Mandatory indicator for &3 deleted; indicator selected in original object ?

  The SAP error message EM188 typically indicates an issue related to the mandatory indicators in the context of a specific object, such as a material, vendor, or customer. The message suggests that a mandatory indicator has been deleted or is not set correctly in the original object, which can lead to inconsistencies or errors in processing.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Mandatory Indicator: The mandatory indicator for a specific field or object has been deleted or is not set correctly in the original object.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that require certain indicators to be set, and if they are not, this error can occur.
  Data Inconsistency: The data in the system may be inconsistent, possibly due to manual changes or data migration processes that did not maintain the integrity of mandatory fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Original Object: Review the original object (e.g., material, vendor, customer) to ensure that all mandatory indicators are correctly set. You may need to re-enter or restore any deleted indicators.
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings in the relevant module (e.g., MM for materials, SD for sales and distribution) to ensure that the mandatory indicators are correctly defined.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to identify any discrepancies in the data. This may involve using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to inspect the relevant tables.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the mandatory indicators for the object in question.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as:
  
  MM01/MM02 (Material Master)
  XK01/XK02 (Vendor Master)
  FD01/FD02 (Customer Master)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to EM188 or the specific object you are working with, as they may provide additional insights or patches.
  
  
  User Exits and BAdIs: If you have custom developments, check if there are any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting the mandatory indicators.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EM188 error and implement a solution to resolve it.