How To Fix AJ381 - &1 &2 is inconsistent: value &3 not permitted for field &4

AJ381 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AJ - Billing program

• Message number: 381

• Message text: &1 &2 is inconsistent: value &3 not permitted for field &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AJ381 - &1 &2 is inconsistent: value &3 not permitted for field &4 ?

  The SAP error message AJ381 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the data being processed, specifically related to a value that is not permitted for a certain field. This error typically arises in the context of financial or controlling modules, such as when dealing with cost centers, internal orders, or other financial objects.
  
  Cause:
  The error message AJ381 can be triggered by several factors, including:
  
  
  Invalid Value: The value being entered for a specific field does not match the expected or permitted values defined in the system. This could be due to incorrect data entry or a mismatch between the data and the configuration settings.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: The master data associated with the object being processed may be incomplete or incorrectly configured. For example, if a cost center is not active or has been marked for deletion, it may lead to this error.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings for the relevant module may