How To Fix 0K111 - Header fields cannot be added to an item line

0K111 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 0K - Messages for "General List Modules"

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Header fields cannot be added to an item line

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 0K111 - Header fields cannot be added to an item line ?

  The SAP error message 0K111: Header fields cannot be added to an item line typically occurs in the context of document processing, such as when creating or modifying sales orders, purchase orders, or other transactional documents. This error indicates that there is an attempt to assign header-level fields (which are meant to apply to the entire document) to item-level fields (which are specific to individual line items).
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Assignment: The error usually arises when there is an attempt to assign a header field value to an item line. For example, trying to set a field that is defined at the header level (like customer information or order date) directly on an item line.
  Custom Development: If there are custom enhancements or user exits that manipulate the data during document creation or modification, they might inadvertently try to assign header fields to item lines.
  Data Entry Errors: Users might mistakenly try to input header-level