How To Fix RFM_ALIGNMENT019 - Mandatory search fields are missing. See long text.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RFM_ALIGNMENT -

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Mandatory search fields are missing. See long text.

</>tab, and enter one of the following details:
<LS>Material </>or <LS>Characteristic Values 1, 2, or 3 </>along with
sales order <LS>Creation Date </>or purchase requisition <LS>Delivery
Date </>from the <LS>General </>tab.
Any sales order detail (excluding <LS>Sales Document Number</>) from the
<LS>Sales Order </>tab along with sales order <LS>Creation Date </>or
purchase requisition <LS>Delivery Date </>from the <LS>General </>tab.
Any purchase requisition detail (excluding <LS>Purchase Requisition</>)
from the <LS>Purchase Requisition </>tab along with sales order
<LS>Creation Date </>or purchase requisition <LS>Delivery Date </>from
the <LS>General </>tab.
Only <LS>Sales Document Number </>from the <LS>Sales Order </>tab.
Only <LS>Purchase Requisition </>from the <LS>Purchase Requisition
</>tab.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Individual Purchase Order </>checkbox, or both from the <LS>General
Select the <LS>Include Third-party Order </>checkbox or <LS>Include

How to fix this error?

System Response

or both from the <LS>General </>tab.
Order </>checkbox or <LS>Include Individual Purchase Order</> checkbox,
For the above scenarios, you must select the <LS>Include Third-party
&NOTE&
the <LS>General </>tab.
<LS>Creation Date </>or purchase requisition <LS>Delivery Date </>from
</>) from the <LS>Purchase Requisition </>tab, and sales order
Missing purchase requisition details (excluding <LS>Purchase Requisition
purchase requisition <LS>Delivery Date </>from the <LS>General </>tab.
from the <LS>Sales Order </>tab, and sales order <LS>Creation Date </>or
Missing sales order details (excluding <LS>Sales Document Number</>)
Date </>from the <LS>General </>tab.
sales order <LS>Creation Date </>or purchase requisition <LS>Delivery
Missing <LS>Material </>or <LS>Characteristic Values 1, 2, or 3</>, and
details in any of the tabs.
Missing search criteria, that is, you have not entered any search
System displays this message in one of the following scenarios:
Some fields are mandatory when alignment is performed.

What causes this issue?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RFM_ALIGNMENT019 - Mandatory search fields are missing. See long text. ?

  The SAP error message RFM_ALIGNMENT019 indicates that mandatory search fields are missing in a particular transaction or process. This error typically occurs when the system requires certain fields to be filled out in order to proceed, but those fields are either left blank or not properly populated.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Mandatory Fields: The most common cause is that one or more required fields in the transaction or report are not filled in. This could be due to user oversight or a system configuration issue.
  Incorrect Configuration: Sometimes, the configuration of the transaction or report may not align with the expected mandatory fields.
  User Authorization: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary permissions to view or fill in certain fields, leading to them being left blank.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Required Fields: Review the transaction or report to identify which fields are marked as mandatory. Ensure that all required fields are filled in correctly.
  Consult Long Text: The error message suggests checking the long text for more details. This can provide specific information about which fields are missing.
  User Training: If users frequently encounter this error, consider providing additional training on the transaction or report to ensure they understand which fields are required.
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to review the configuration of the transaction or report. They may need to adjust the settings to ensure that the mandatory fields are correctly defined.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and fill in all required fields.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Identify the specific transaction code where the error occurs, as this can help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific module or transaction to understand the context of the mandatory fields.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.