How To Fix /IPRO/DBMC105 - Variable & mandatory; has initial value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IPRO/DBMC -

• Message number: 105

• Message text: Variable & mandatory; has initial value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IPRO/DBMC105 - Variable & mandatory; has initial value ?

  The SAP error message /IPRO/DBMC105 Variable & mandatory; has initial value typically indicates that a mandatory variable in a process or configuration is not set correctly. This error often arises in the context of SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or other SAP applications that utilize variables for planning and reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Uninitialized Variable: The variable in question is marked as mandatory but has not been assigned a value. This could happen if the variable is expected to be filled in by the user or through a process but is left empty.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the planning area or the data model where the variable is defined.
  Data Source Issues: If the variable is supposed to pull data from a source and that source is not providing the expected data, it may result in this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Variable Initialization: Ensure that the variable is properly initialized with a value. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration or planning area and checking the variable settings.
  Review Mandatory Settings: If the variable is marked as mandatory, consider whether it should be mandatory. If not, you may change its settings to optional.
  Data Source Verification: Verify that the data source or input method for the variable is functioning correctly and is providing the necessary data.
  User Input: If the variable requires user input, ensure that users are aware of the need to provide a value before executing the process.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the variable in question, as there may be additional context or requirements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct tests to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the variable behaves as expected in the process.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.