How To Fix 12209 - Function not available for this field

12209 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 12 - Herstelldatum/Mindesthaltbarkeitsdatum/Chargen

• Message number: 209

• Message text: Function not available for this field

What causes this issue?

You have called up a function that can only be executed with reference
to the contents of a screen field. The function you have chosen cannot
be executed for the field on which the cursor was placed when you
called up the function.

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

How to fix this error?

Place the cursor on one of the screen fields for which the chosen
function can be executed or choose a function that is allowed for the
screen field.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 12209 - Function not available for this field ?

  The SAP error message "12209 Function not available for this field" typically indicates that a certain function or operation is not applicable to the field you are trying to use it on. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to perform an action that is not supported for a specific data type or field in a transaction or program.
  Causes:
  
  Field Type Restrictions: The field you are trying to manipulate may not support the function you are attempting to use. For example, certain fields may only accept specific types of input or operations.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be configured to allow certain functions for that field, possibly due to business rules or settings in the configuration.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform the action on that field.
  Program Logic: The underlying program logic may not have been designed to handle the operation for that