How To Fix MD_SUBSTN015 - Context type 1 is mandatory when Context 1 is entered

MD_SUBSTN015 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MD_SUBSTN - Messages for Master Data Substitution

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Context type 1 is mandatory when Context 1 is entered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MD_SUBSTN015 - Context type 1 is mandatory when Context 1 is entered ?

  The SAP error message MD_SUBSTN015 indicates that when you enter a specific context (Context 1) in the system, it is mandatory to provide a corresponding value for Context Type 1. This error typically arises in the context of material master data, especially when dealing with planning and substitution scenarios in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system requires that if you specify a context (like a specific planning scenario or condition), you must also provide the necessary details for that context. This is often related to the configuration of the material master or the planning parameters in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Context Entry: Review the entry you made for Context 1. Ensure that it is valid and corresponds to the expected values in the system.
  
  
  Provide Context Type 1: If you have entered a value for Context 1, you must also enter a value for Context