How To Fix M8_2718 - Field &1 is not filled correctly

M8_2718 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8_2 - Logistics Invoice Verification

• Message number: 718

• Message text: Field &1 is not filled correctly

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8_2718 - Field &1 is not filled correctly ?

  The SAP error message M8_2718, which states "Field &1 is not filled correctly," typically occurs in the context of material management or inventory management processes. This error indicates that a specific field (denoted by &1) in a transaction or data entry is not populated correctly according to the system's validation rules.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: The user may have entered invalid data in the specified field. This could include incorrect formats, invalid characters, or values that do not meet the required criteria.
  Missing Required Fields: The field in question may be mandatory, and if it is left blank or not filled out properly, the system will trigger this error.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data entered may not match the expected data type (e.g., entering text in a numeric field).
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the material master or related settings that enforce specific rules for data entry.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the