How To Fix IMPORT_SALES_DOC006 - In row "&1", order "&2" contains missing data.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IMPORT_SALES_DOC - Messages for Import Sales Docement from Excel

• Message number: 006

• Message text: In row "&1", order "&2" contains missing data.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IMPORT_SALES_DOC006 - In row "&1", order "&2" contains missing data. ?

  The SAP error message IMPORT_SALES_DOC006 typically indicates that there is missing or incomplete data in the sales order being processed. This error can occur during the import of sales documents, such as when using a data upload tool or during an interface process.
  Cause:
  The error message IMPORT_SALES_DOC006 is triggered when the system detects that certain required fields or data elements for a sales order are not filled in or are missing. Common causes include:
  
  Missing Mandatory Fields: Required fields such as customer information, material numbers, quantities, or pricing details may not be provided.
  Incorrect Data Format: The data being imported may not conform to the expected format, leading to validation failures.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as references to non-existent materials or customers.
  Configuration Issues: The sales document type may have specific requirements that are not being met by the incoming data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IMPORT_SALES_DOC006 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Error Message Details: The error message will typically specify the row number and order number where the issue occurred. Use this information to locate the specific entry in your data.
  
  
  Review Required Fields: Ensure that all mandatory fields for the sales order are populated. This includes:
  
  Customer number
  Material number
  Order quantity
  Pricing information
  Delivery dates
  
  
  
  Validate Data Format: Ensure that the data being imported adheres to the required formats. For example, dates should be in the correct format (e.g., YYYYMMDD), and numeric fields should not contain invalid characters.
  
  
  Check Data Integrity: Verify that all referenced data (e.g., customer master data, material master data) exists and is active in the system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or configuration settings for the specific sales document type you are working with to understand any additional requirements.
  
  
  Test with Sample Data: If possible, create a small sample of data that meets all requirements and test the import process to ensure it works correctly.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (e.g., VA01 for creating sales orders) to manually check if the data can be entered without issues.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to development tools, you may want to debug the import process to identify where the validation is failing.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to sales order processing, such as VA01, VA02, and VA03.
  Data Upload Tools: If you are using tools like LSMW (Legacy System Migration Workbench) or BAPIs for data import, ensure that the mapping and field assignments are correctly configured.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the IMPORT_SALES_DOC006 error in SAP.