How To Fix /SAPAPO/INBO_VMI003 - Field &1 not filled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/INBO_VMI -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Field &1 not filled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/INBO_VMI003 - Field &1 not filled ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/INBO_VMI003 Field &1 not filled typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO), particularly when dealing with Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) processes. This error indicates that a required field (denoted by &1) is not populated, which is necessary for the system to process the VMI data correctly.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Missing Data: The specific field that is referenced in the error message is not filled in the relevant master data or transaction data. This could be due to incomplete data entry or missing configuration.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The VMI setup may not be correctly configured, leading to required fields not being populated during the data processing.
  
  
  Data Transfer Issues: If data is being transferred from another system (e.g., an ERP system), there may be issues with the data mapping or transfer process that result in missing fields.
  
  
  User Input Errors: Users may