How To Fix G6020 - City Name may not be blank.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G6 - EDI messages in JV

• Message number: 020

• Message text: City Name may not be blank.

What causes this issue?

City Name N401 (E1JVN4-CITNM) may not be transmitted with no value.
City Name:
Free-form text for city name.
Required by Joint Interest Billing Exchange.

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?

A new transmission is required to correct this problem

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G6020 - City Name may not be blank. ?

  The SAP error message G6020 "City Name may not be blank" typically occurs when you are trying to create or update a master data record (such as a customer, vendor, or address) and the city field is left empty. This error is common in transactions that require address information, such as creating a business partner or entering a new address.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the city field in the address section is mandatory, and it has not been filled in. This can happen if:
  
  The user forgets to enter the city name.
  The data being imported or uploaded does not include a city name.
  There is a system configuration that requires the city field to be filled in for certain transactions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the G6020 error, you should:
  
  Check the Input Data: Ensure that the city field is filled in with a valid city name. If you are entering data manually, simply type in the city name.
  Review Data Uploads: If you are uploading data (e.g., through a data migration tool or batch input), make sure that the city field is included in your data file and that it contains valid entries.
  Validate Address Information: If you are using an address validation tool or service, ensure that it is functioning correctly and that it is providing valid city names.
  Check Configuration: If the error persists, check the configuration settings in your SAP system to see if there are any specific requirements for address fields that may be causing the city field to be mandatory.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes, such as XD01 (Create Customer), XK01 (Create Vendor), or BP (Business Partner).
  Field Requirements: Review the field requirements for the specific transaction you are working with to understand which fields are mandatory.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional context or solutions for this error.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of filling in all mandatory fields when entering or updating data in SAP.
  
  By addressing the empty city field and ensuring that all required information is provided, you should be able to resolve the G6020 error and proceed with your transaction.