How To Fix AD115 - Field & (Value & is not permitted)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 115

• Message text: Field & (Value & is not permitted)

What causes this issue?

You have not made a valid entry in the field specified or a field
contains an incorrect value due to a program error.

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?

First check if you made an incorrect entry. Make a valid entry. You can
obtain help for the entry by pressing the <LS>F4=input help</> key.
If you have not made an incorrect interactive entry, please contact
your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD115 - Field & (Value & is not permitted) ?

  The SAP error message AD115, which states "Field & (Value & is not permitted)," typically occurs when there is an issue with the data being entered into a field in an SAP transaction. This error indicates that the value being inputted is not allowed for the specified field, either due to validation rules, data type restrictions, or configuration settings.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Value: The value entered in the field does not match the expected format or is not within the allowed range of values.
  Field Configuration: The field may have specific configuration settings that restrict certain values based on business rules or data validation.
  Data Type Mismatch: The value entered may not be compatible with the data type expected for that field (e.g., entering text in a numeric field).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to enter certain values in the field.
  Custom Validation: Custom code or enhancements may impose additional restrictions on the values that can be entered.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Value Validity: Verify that the value you are trying to enter is valid for the field. Refer to the documentation or help text associated with the field to understand the acceptable values.
  Field Configuration Review: If you have access, review the configuration settings for the field in the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) to see if there are any restrictions in place.
  Data Type Verification: Ensure that the data type of the value you are entering matches the expected data type for the field.
  Authorization Check: Confirm that you have the necessary authorizations to enter the value in the field. If not, contact your SAP security administrator.
  Consult with Technical Team: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP technical team or ABAP developers to check for any custom validations or enhancements that may be causing the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on where the error occurs, you may be using various transaction codes (e.g., VA01 for sales orders, ME21N for purchase orders, etc.).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message AD115.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals for the specific module you are working with to understand the field requirements better.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after trying the above solutions, it may be helpful to provide specific details about the transaction and field in question to get more targeted assistance.