How To Fix /SRMSMC/CONTACT016 - Enter the first name

/SRMSMC/CONTACT016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/CONTACT -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Enter the first name

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/CONTACT016 - Enter the first name ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/CONTACT016 Enter the first name typically occurs in the context of the SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) module, particularly when dealing with contact information for suppliers or vendors. This error indicates that the system requires the entry of a first name for a contact person, and it has not been provided.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when a user attempts to save or submit a form related to a contact person without filling in the required field for the first name. This is a validation error that ensures all necessary information is captured before proceeding.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Locate the Form: Identify the form or screen where the error is occurring. This is usually in the contact details section of a supplier or vendor record.
  
  
  Enter the First Name: Look for the field labeled "First Name" or similar. Enter the first name of the contact person.
  
  
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