How To Fix CIAP140 - Fill in only one of these fields: WBS, Order, or Network

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CIAP - CIAP Message Class

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Fill in only one of these fields: WBS, Order, or Network

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CIAP140 - Fill in only one of these fields: WBS, Order, or Network ?

  The SAP error message CIAP140 indicates that when you are trying to enter data in a transaction, you have filled in more than one of the fields: WBS (Work Breakdown Structure), Order, or Network. This is a validation error that prevents the system from processing your input because it requires that only one of these fields be populated at a time.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You have entered values in multiple fields (WBS, Order, Network) simultaneously.
  The system is designed to accept only one of these identifiers for a particular transaction or entry.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Review Your Input: Check the fields you have filled out in the transaction. Ensure that you only have one of the following filled in:
  
  WBS Element
  Order
  Network
  
  
  Clear Unnecessary Fields: If you have filled in more than one field, clear the values from the fields that are not needed for your transaction.
  Re-enter Data: After ensuring that only one field is filled, re-enter the necessary data and try to process the transaction again.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Context: This error typically occurs in transactions related to project management, cost accounting, or production planning where WBS, Orders, and Networks are used to track costs and resources.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for the specific transaction you are using to understand the requirements for data entry.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct usage of these fields to avoid similar errors in the future.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that might provide additional context or solutions related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CIAP140 error and proceed with your transaction successfully.