How To Fix OST_BSDM029 - Mandatory field &1 must not be blank

OST_BSDM029 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OST_BSDM - Web Service BOL Service Data Management

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Mandatory field &1 must not be blank

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OST_BSDM029 - Details

• The SAP error message OST_BSDM029, which states "Mandatory field &1 must not be blank," indicates that a required field in a transaction or data entry process is missing a value. This error typically occurs in various SAP modules when a user attempts to save or process data without filling in all mandatory fields.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  A mandatory field (indicated by &1 in the error message) is left blank during data entry.
  The system has specific validation rules that require certain fields to be filled out before proceeding.
  The configuration of the system or the specific transaction requires additional information that has not been provided.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Mandatory Field: Check the error message for the specific field name that is indicated by &1. This will tell you which field is causing the issue.
  
  
  Fill in the Required Field: Navigate to the relevant screen or transaction and locate the