How To Fix ICLCUST162 - Regulation priority &1 facts capture category &2: Name field is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICLCUST - Checking Customizing Tables

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Regulation priority &1 facts capture category &2: Name field is empty

What causes this issue?

The name for facts capture category &V2& in your logon language only
consists of blanks.

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?

Creata a name for facts capture category &V2&.
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Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICLCUST162 - Regulation priority &1 facts capture category &2: Name field is empty ?

  The SAP error message ICLCUST162 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a regulation priority and its associated facts capture category. Specifically, the error states that the "Name field is empty," which means that a required field for the regulation priority or facts capture category has not been filled in.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause of this error is that the name field for the regulation priority or the facts capture category has not been populated. This could happen during the configuration process or if data was not properly imported or migrated.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with how the regulation priorities or facts capture categories are set up in the system, leading to missing or incomplete entries.
  Data Integrity Issues: If there are inconsistencies in the data or if the data was not validated before being entered into the system, it could lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for regulation priorities and facts capture categories in your SAP system. Ensure that all required fields, especially the name field, are filled out correctly.
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area (e.g., SPRO) and check the settings for regulation priorities and facts capture categories.
  
  
  
  Update Missing Fields: If you find that the name field is indeed empty, fill it in with the appropriate value. Make sure to save your changes.
  
  
  Data Validation: If you are importing data, ensure that the data being imported is complete and adheres to the required format. Validate the data before importing it into the system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on setting up regulation priorities and facts capture categories. This can provide insights into any additional requirements or best practices.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs. 
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions that may not be covered in standard documentation.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed. Other users may have encountered the same error and can provide insights or solutions.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and filling in the required fields, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ICLCUST162 error and ensure that your regulation priorities and facts capture categories are correctly configured.