How To Fix BP037 - This line cannot accept input

BP037 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BP - Budgeting and planning

• Message number: 037

• Message text: This line cannot accept input

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BP037 - This line cannot accept input ?

  The SAP error message BP037 ("This line cannot accept input") typically occurs in the context of Business Partner (BP) transactions, particularly when trying to enter or modify data in a Business Partner record. This error indicates that the specific line or field you are trying to edit is not available for input, which can be due to several reasons.
  Causes of BP037 Error
  
  
  Field Status Group Settings: The field you are trying to edit may be set to "Display Only" in the field status group configuration. This means that the field is not editable for the user or in the current context.
  
  
  Data Locking: The record may be locked by another user or process, preventing any changes from being made.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to edit the specific field or line item.
  
  
  Business Partner Role: The role assigned to the Business Partner may not allow changes to certain fields.