How To Fix GENCA_MENA048 - The field & is mandatory for column configuration

GENCA_MENA048 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GENCA_MENA - General cross appl.messages for MENA

• Message number: 048

• Message text: The field & is mandatory for column configuration

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GENCA_MENA048 - The field & is mandatory for column configuration ?

  The SAP error message GENCA_MENA048 indicates that a mandatory field is missing in the column configuration. This error typically arises in the context of customizing or configuring certain SAP applications, particularly in the area of data management or reporting.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to save or execute a configuration that requires certain mandatory fields to be filled out, but one or more of these fields are left empty. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  When setting up a new data model or report.
  When configuring a table or a view in SAP.
  When trying to execute a transaction that requires specific parameters.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GENCA_MENA048 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Missing Field: The error message will indicate which specific field is mandatory but not filled. Look for the placeholder & in the error message, which should be replaced with the actual field name.
  
  
  Access the Configuration: Navigate back to the configuration