How To Fix LCM_LEGALTRANSACTION079 - Entity Type cannot be blank

LCM_LEGALTRANSACTION079 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LCM_LEGALTRANSACTION - Message Class for LCM Legal Transaction

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Entity Type cannot be blank

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LCM_LEGALTRANSACTION079 - Details

• The SAP error message LCM_LEGALTRANSACTION079 indicates that the "Entity Type cannot be blank." This error typically occurs in the context of legal transactions or compliance-related processes within SAP, particularly in modules related to legal compliance, financial transactions, or reporting.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when a required field, specifically the "Entity Type," is not populated in the transaction or document you are trying to process. This field is essential for the system to understand the nature of the transaction and to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Transaction Data: Review the transaction or document that is causing the error. Ensure that all mandatory fields, especially the "Entity Type," are filled out correctly.
  
  
  Identify the Entity Type: Determine what the appropriate "Entity Type" should be for the transaction. This could be based on the nature of the transaction, the business unit involved, or