/BOBF/FRW_COMMON116 - Mandatory field "&1" must be filled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/FRW_COMMON -

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Mandatory field "&1" must be filled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/FRW_COMMON116 - Mandatory field "&1" must be filled ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/FRW_COMMON116 indicates that a mandatory field, represented by &1, is not filled in a Business Object Framework (BOF) context. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or update an object in SAP that requires certain fields to be populated, but one or more of those required fields are missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Mandatory Field: The most common cause is that a mandatory field defined in the data model or business object is not filled in the user interface or during the data processing.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the business object may have changed, and the mandatory fields may not be correctly set up in the application.
  Data Entry Error: Users may have overlooked filling in the required fields during data entry.
  Custom Logic: If there are custom enhancements or logic implemented, they might be affecting the mandatory field checks.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Field: Check the error message for the specific field name that is indicated by &1. This will tell you which field is mandatory and not filled.
  Fill the Mandatory Field: Go to the relevant transaction or application where you are trying to create or update the object and ensure that the mandatory field is filled with valid data.
  Review Configuration: If you are a developer or administrator, review the configuration of the business object to ensure that the mandatory fields are correctly defined and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Check for Custom Logic: If there are custom enhancements, review the code to ensure that it is not inadvertently causing the mandatory field to be skipped or ignored.
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error does not occur.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or specific documentation related to the Business Object Framework for more details on mandatory fields and their configurations.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SE37 (Function Module) to investigate the data model and business object definitions.
  Debugging: If you have access, you can debug the process to see where the mandatory field check is failing and gather more context about the error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that all mandatory fields are properly filled in your SAP application.