How To Fix UCT8043 - Mapping rule for &1, row &2: Operator for the condition is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCT8 - Message class for UCT8(mapping)

• Message number: 043

• Message text: Mapping rule for &1, row &2: Operator for the condition is missing

What causes this issue?

The mapping rule for target field &V1& contains a condition in line &V2&
. Another operator needs to succeed the condition, which the system
executes when the condition is true. This operator is <ZH>not</>
defined. The mapping rule is incomplete.

System Response

The settings <ZH>cannot</> be saved. The system issues this error
message.

How to fix this error?

Either define the missing operator or delete the condition. You can
define the operator by displaying the context menu for the <LS>Condition
</> operator and choosing one of the following options:
Create Move
Create Reassignment
Apply Existing Rule

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCT8043 - Mapping rule for &1, row &2: Operator for the condition is missing ?

  The SAP error message UCT8043 indicates that there is a problem with a mapping rule in the context of data processing, typically in the SAP Data Services or SAP Information Steward environment. The error specifically states that an operator for a condition is missing in the mapping rule for a specified row.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a mapping rule is defined without a necessary operator in a conditional statement. This could happen due to:
  
  A syntax error in the mapping rule.
  An incomplete configuration where the operator (like =, >, <, etc.) is not specified.
  A copy-paste error or oversight during the creation or modification of the mapping rule.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UCT8043 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Mapping Rule: Check the mapping rule associated with the error message. The message specifies the mapping rule identifier (&1) and the row number (&2) where the issue is found.
  
  
  Review the Condition: Open the mapping rule in the relevant SAP tool (like SAP Data Services or Information Steward) and locate the specified row. Look for any conditional statements that are missing an operator.
  
  
  Add the Missing Operator: If you find a condition that lacks an operator, add the appropriate operator to complete the condition. Ensure that the syntax is correct.
  
  
  Validate the Mapping Rule: After making the necessary changes, validate the mapping rule to ensure there are no further errors.
  
  
  Test the Changes: Run the data processing job again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for Data Services or Information Steward for detailed information on creating and managing mapping rules.
  Error Logs: Check the error logs for additional context or related errors that might help in diagnosing the issue.
  Community Forums: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP community forums or support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the issue causing the UCT8043 error in your SAP environment.