How To Fix ICLCUST178 - Coverage type &1: Name field for coverage type &2 is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICLCUST - Checking Customizing Tables

• Message number: 178

• Message text: Coverage type &1: Name field for coverage type &2 is empty

What causes this issue?

The name for coverage type &V2& in your logon language only consists of
blanks. This coverage type has been used as an extended coverage type
or base coverage type in coverage type &V1&.
&V1&

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?

Create a name for coverage type &V2&.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICLCUST178 - Coverage type &1: Name field for coverage type &2 is empty ?

  The SAP error message ICLCUST178 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of coverage types in the SAP system, specifically that the name field for a certain coverage type is empty. This error typically arises in the context of insurance or financial services modules where coverage types are defined.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A coverage type (identified by &1) is being processed, but the corresponding name field for that coverage type (identified by &2) is not filled in the system.
  This can happen due to incomplete configuration, data migration issues, or manual entry errors.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Coverage Type Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for coverage types in your SAP system. This is usually found in the customizing settings under the relevant module (e.g., Insurance).
  Verify that the coverage type in question (&1) has a valid name entered in the corresponding field for coverage type (&2).
  
  
  
  Enter Missing Information:
  
  If the name field is indeed empty, enter the appropriate name for the coverage type. Ensure that it meets any naming conventions or requirements set by your organization.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  After entering the name, validate the data to ensure that there are no other missing fields or inconsistencies in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any changes made are transported to the quality and production environments as necessary.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the coverage type functions as expected in the relevant processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes related to insurance or coverage type configuration, such as SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) to access the customizing settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed instructions on configuring coverage types and understanding the implications of each field.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By ensuring that all required fields are filled out correctly, you can prevent this error from occurring in the future.