How To Fix 56138 - Change in trip prov. var. (from &1 to &2) is not allowed when copying

56138 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 56 - HR TRAVEL: Messages for Trip Costs Dialog

• Message number: 138

• Message text: Change in trip prov. var. (from &1 to &2) is not allowed when copying

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 56138 - Change in trip prov. var. (from &1 to &2) is not allowed when copying ?

  The SAP error message 56138, which states "Change in trip prov. var. (from &1 to &2) is not allowed when copying," typically occurs in the context of travel management or expense reporting within SAP. This error indicates that there is an attempt to copy a trip or expense report, but the system has detected a change in the trip provision variable that is not permitted.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Inconsistent Trip Provision Variables: When copying a trip or expense report, the system expects certain variables (like trip provision types) to remain consistent. If the trip provision variable changes from one value to another (from &1 to &2), the system raises this error.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the SAP system may restrict changes to certain fields when copying documents to maintain data integrity.
  Data Integrity Rules: SAP enforces rules to ensure that the copied data remains valid and consistent