How To Fix 9J456 - You can only save in "Item data" mode

9J456 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 9J -

• Message number: 456

• Message text: You can only save in "Item data" mode

What causes this issue?

You have branched to the screen for editing header data and are now
trying to save. However, you cannot do this since check routines for
the item data still have to be run for the item data.

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?

Branch to the screen for editing item data and save.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 9J456 - You can only save in "Item data" mode ?

  The SAP error message 9J456, which states "You can only save in 'Item data' mode," typically occurs when a user attempts to save data in a mode that is not compatible with the current transaction or screen context. This error is often encountered in the context of document processing, such as when working with purchase orders, sales orders, or other item-based transactions.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Mode: The user is trying to save data in a mode that is not allowed for the current transaction. For example, if the system is in a summary mode or header mode, it may not allow saving until the user switches to item data mode.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to save in the current mode.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations or settings in the SAP system that restrict saving in certain modes.
  
  
  Solution:
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