How To Fix CM_EHFND_COMN158 - &1: Entering a range is not permitted

CM_EHFND_COMN158 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_COMN - Commonly Used Messages

• Message number: 158

• Message text: &1: Entering a range is not permitted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_COMN158 - &1: Entering a range is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_COMN158 with the description "Entering a range is not permitted" typically occurs in scenarios where a user is trying to input a range of values in a field that does not support it. This can happen in various contexts, such as when using selection screens, filters, or input fields in SAP applications.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Field Type Restriction: The field you are trying to enter a range into may only accept single values rather than a range. For example, if you are trying to filter records based on a date or a numeric field, the system may only allow you to enter a specific date or number, not a range (e.g., from 01/01/2023 to 12/31/2023).
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The configuration of the specific application or module may restrict the input to single values only.
  
  
  User Input Error: The user may have mistakenly entered a range format (e.g., using a hyphen or "to" in