How To Fix V2702 - Mandatory custom field &1 not filled in item &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V2 - Kopierfunktionen der Verkaufsbelegbearbeitung

• Message number: 702

• Message text: Mandatory custom field &1 not filled in item &2

What causes this issue?

The mandatory custom field &V1& has no value in sales document item &V2&
.

System Response

The sales document cannot be saved in this state.

How to fix this error?

Go to the sales document item details, for example by selecting item
&V2& and then choosing menu path 'Goto -> Item -> Sales A'.
Then go to the 'Custom Fields' tab and fill in a value for the custom
field &V1&.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V2702 - Mandatory custom field &1 not filled in item &2 ?

  The SAP error message V2702 indicates that a mandatory custom field (denoted as &1) has not been filled in for a specific item (denoted as &2) in a sales document, such as a sales order or a quotation. This error typically arises when the system is configured to require certain custom fields to be filled out before the document can be processed further.
  Cause:
  
  Mandatory Custom Field: The custom field in question has been defined as mandatory in the configuration settings of the SAP system. This means that the field must be filled out for the document to be valid.
  Missing Data: The user did not enter a value for the mandatory custom field when creating or editing the sales document.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the custom field, such as incorrect settings in the field status group or the data element.
  
  Solution:
  
  Fill in the Mandatory Field: Navigate to the item in the sales document where the error occurred and ensure that the mandatory custom field is filled in with the required information.
  Check Field Configuration: If you are unsure about what data is required, check the configuration of the custom field in the SAP system. This can typically be done by:
  
  Going to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO).
  Navigating to the section where the custom field is defined (e.g., under Sales and Distribution).
  Reviewing the field status group settings to confirm that the field is indeed marked as mandatory.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the custom field is part of a specific business process, consult any available documentation or guidelines that outline what data should be entered in that field.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of filling out mandatory fields and understand the implications of missing data.
  Debugging: If the issue persists and you believe the field should not be mandatory, you may need to involve a technical consultant to debug the issue and check for any custom code or enhancements that may be affecting the field's behavior.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Field Status Groups: These are used in SAP to control the visibility and mandatory status of fields in various transactions. Understanding how these groups work can help in troubleshooting similar issues.
  Custom Fields: Custom fields are often created to capture additional data that is specific to a company's business processes. They can be added through the SAP enhancement framework or through custom development.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide guidance on handling mandatory custom fields.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or a consultant for further assistance.