How To Fix 72252 - Only permitted entries are ' ' or 'X'


72252 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: 72 - Message Class for Time Management Reports

  • Message number: 252

  • Message text: Only permitted entries are ' ' or 'X'

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  • What causes this issue?

    The only permitted entries for checkbox structures are ' ' and 'X'.

    How to fix this error?

    Check which specifications of the checkbox structure are permitted for
    time wage type selection. If a specification is permitted, enter 'X'
    under the corresponding specification; if it is not permitted, enter '
    '.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 72252 - Only permitted entries are ' ' or 'X' ?
    The SAP error message 72252, which states "Only permitted entries are ' ' or 'X'," typically occurs when a user is trying to input a value in a field that only accepts specific entries. In this case, the only valid entries are a blank space (' ') or an 'X'.
    
    Cause: This error usually arises in scenarios where: A field is designed to accept only binary values (like a checkbox) where 'X' indicates a checked state and a blank space indicates an unchecked state. The user may have entered an invalid character or value that does not conform to the expected input.
    Solution: To resolve this error, you should: Check the Field: Ensure that you are entering either a blank space or 'X' in the relevant field. If you are trying to enter any other character or value, it will trigger this error. Review Input Logic: If you are using a program or a script to populate this

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