How To Fix 54129 - Only the following entries are allowed: ' ', 'X', and '.'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 54 - Messages for HR tables

• Message number: 129

• Message text: Only the following entries are allowed: ' ', 'X', and '.'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 54129 - Only the following entries are allowed: ' ', 'X', and '.' ?

  The SAP error message 54129 indicates that a field is expecting specific values, and the input provided does not match the allowed entries. The allowed entries in this case are a space (' '), 'X', and '.' (dot). This error typically occurs in scenarios where a field is restricted to certain values, such as in configuration settings, data entry forms, or transaction codes.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Input: The user has entered a value that is not one of the allowed entries (' ', 'X', or '.').
  Field Configuration: The field may be configured to accept only specific values, and the input does not comply with this configuration.
  Data Type Mismatch: The field may be expecting a character type input, and a numeric or other type has been provided.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Ensure that the value you are entering in the field is one of the allowed values: a space, 'X', or '.'.
  Review Field Documentation: If available, check the documentation or help text associated with the field to understand the expected input.
  Field Configuration: If you have access, review the configuration of the field in the relevant transaction or table to confirm what values are allowed.
  Consult with SAP Support: If you believe the input is correct and the error persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes depending on the context (e.g., configuration settings, data entry forms).
  Field Validation: SAP has built-in validation rules for fields, and this error is a result of those validations.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct values to enter in specific fields to avoid this error in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and understand the constraints of the field in question.