How To Fix 54236 - Field entry & not allowed in infotype &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 54 - Messages for HR tables

• Message number: 236

• Message text: Field entry & not allowed in infotype &

What causes this issue?

There are two possible error causes:
The field &v1& is in the key or administration part of the infotype
&v2&.
These fields are not provided for releasing a document!
Exceptions: ITXNR (text module) and PREAS (reason for change).
The field &v1& does not exist in the infotype &v2&.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 54236 - Field entry & not allowed in infotype & ?

  The SAP error message 54236, which states "Field entry & not allowed in infotype &," typically occurs when there is an attempt to enter a value in a specific field of an infotype that is not permitted based on the configuration or the current status of the infotype.
  Cause:
  
  Field Configuration: The field in question may be configured as "not allowed" for the specific infotype in the system settings. This could be due to the field being set as optional or not relevant for the infotype.
  Infotype Status: The infotype may be in a status that does not allow changes to certain fields. For example, if the infotype is locked or if it is in a historical status, certain fields may be restricted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to that field in the specified infotype.
  Data Consistency: The system may have rules in place to ensure data consistency, and entering a value that violates these rules will trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Configuration: Review the configuration of the infotype in transaction code SPRO. Navigate to the relevant section for the infotype and check the field settings to ensure that the field is allowed for entry.
  Review Infotype Status: Check the status of the infotype you are trying to modify. If it is locked or in a historical state, you may need to unlock it or create a new record instead of modifying an existing one.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to the infotype and the specific field. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for the specific infotype to understand the rules and restrictions associated with it.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HR that store employee-related information. Each infotype has specific fields and rules governing data entry.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to infotypes include PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) and SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this error message or provide additional context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.