How To Fix SDYN_DMSK102 - For masking of type '&1&2' a masking character must be specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDYN_DMSK - Data Masking: APIs

• Message number: 102

• Message text: For masking of type '&1&2' a masking character must be specified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDYN_DMSK102 - For masking of type '&1&2' a masking character must be specified ?

  The SAP error message SDYN_DMSK102 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a masking type in the Data Masking framework. Specifically, the error states that for the specified masking type (denoted by &1&2), a masking character must be provided.
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  A masking type is defined in the system, but the required masking character (which specifies how the data should be masked) has not been set.
  The configuration for the masking type is incomplete or incorrect.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Masking Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the Data Masking framework in your SAP system.
  Identify the masking type that corresponds to the error message (look for the identifiers represented by &1&2).
  Ensure that a masking character is specified for this masking type. This character is essential for the masking process to function correctly.
  
  
  
  Specify a Masking Character:
  
  If a masking character is missing, add a