How To Fix /PM0/3FD_MESSAGES020 - The record to be mapped does not exist in the operational table (&1)

/PM0/3FD_MESSAGES020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/3FD_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: The record to be mapped does not exist in the operational table (&1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/3FD_MESSAGES020 - The record to be mapped does not exist in the operational table (&1) ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/3FD_MESSAGES020 indicates that a record you are trying to map does not exist in the specified operational table. This error typically arises in the context of data mapping or data transfer processes, particularly in SAP applications related to data management or integration.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Record: The most straightforward cause is that the record you are trying to map simply does not exist in the operational table specified by the placeholder &1.
  Incorrect Mapping Configuration: There may be an issue with the mapping configuration, where the source and target records are not aligned correctly.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the operational table is supposed to be populated from another source, there may be a delay or failure in the data synchronization process.
  Incorrect Table Name: The table name specified in the error message might be incorrect or misspelled.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or access the records