How To Fix /SCDL/BC013 - Field name is not populated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/BC -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Field name is not populated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/BC013 - Field name is not populated ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/BC013 Field name is not populated typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) or Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with data not being properly populated in a required field. This can happen during various processes, such as data transfer, planning, or execution.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The field that is expected to be populated is either empty or not filled in the relevant master data or transaction data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the system that prevents the field from being populated correctly.
  Data Transfer Issues: If data is being transferred from one system to another (e.g., from an ERP system to SCM), there may be issues with the data mapping or transformation.
  User Input Error: Users may not have entered the required data in the relevant transaction or master data screens.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Entry: Verify that all required fields are filled in the relevant transaction or master data. Ensure that the field in question is populated correctly.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the field is set up correctly and that there are no missing settings that would prevent it from being populated.
  Data Mapping: If the error occurs during data transfer, review the data mapping and transformation rules to ensure that the field is being correctly populated from the source system.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the process to identify where the field is not being populated and why.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or process you are working with to see if there are any known issues or additional steps required.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to check specific transaction codes related to the process you are working on (e.g., /SCDL/ transactions).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.