How To Fix LCM_LEGALTRANSACTION084 - External contact user cannot be blank

LCM_LEGALTRANSACTION084 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 084

• Message text: External contact user cannot be blank

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LCM_LEGALTRANSACTION084 - Details

• The SAP error message LCM_LEGALTRANSACTION084 indicates that an external contact user field is required but has not been filled in. This error typically occurs in the context of legal transactions or processes where an external contact is necessary for the transaction to proceed.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when a transaction or process is initiated that requires the identification of an external contact (such as a customer, vendor, or partner), but the relevant field for this contact is left blank. This could happen due to:
  
  Missing Data Entry: The user may have overlooked entering the external contact information.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to handle external contacts, or the relevant fields may not be set up correctly.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or enter external contact information.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that all required fields, especially