How To Fix 3I104 - Fields not applicable to the specified & will be reset

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3I - HR-PT: Messages for Portugal

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Fields not applicable to the specified & will be reset

What causes this issue?

A field has been changed, rendering several other fields unpplicable.
These will be deactivated. For the screen's consistency sake, its values
will also be deleted.

System Response

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3I104 - Fields not applicable to the specified & will be reset ?

  The SAP error message 3I104 ("Fields not applicable to the specified & will be reset") typically occurs in the context of SAP's configuration or data entry processes, particularly when dealing with master data or transactional data in modules like Materials Management (MM) or Sales and Distribution (SD).
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that certain fields in a data entry screen or configuration are not applicable for the specified object (like a material, vendor, or customer). This can happen due to:
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: The fields you are trying to fill in may not be relevant for the specific type of object you are working with. For example, if you are trying to enter data for a material type that does not support certain fields.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration may not allow certain fields to be filled based on the settings in the customizing (SPRO) or due to the status of the object.
  
  
  Field Status Group: The field status group assigned to the object may restrict the entry of certain fields based on the transaction or the object type.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Object Type: Verify that you are using the correct object type and that the fields you are trying to fill in are applicable to that object. For example, if you are working with a material, ensure that the material type supports the fields you are trying to enter.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings, check the field status groups and the settings in SPRO related to the object you are working with. Ensure that the fields you are trying to fill in are allowed for the specified object type.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for the specific transaction or object type to understand which fields are applicable.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to enter data in the fields you are trying to fill. Sometimes, restrictions can be due to user roles and permissions.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more specific guidance based on your system configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on where you encounter this error, you may be using transaction codes like MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), or similar transactions in other modules.
  Field Status Groups: Understanding how field status groups work in SAP can help you troubleshoot similar issues in the future.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.