How To Fix F4404 - Specify search string only in FROM field

F4404 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F4 - Line items/balances/configuration

• Message number: 404

• Message text: Specify search string only in FROM field

What causes this issue?

You have entered a value in the field 'TO' for the 'String search'
funtion.

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?

For the 'String search' function, enter the string which you are
searching for in the 'FROM' field and leave the 'TO' field blank.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F4404 - Specify search string only in FROM field ?

  The SAP error message F4404 ("Specify search string only in FROM field") typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or when using certain search functionalities within SAP, particularly in the area of accounts payable or receivable. This error indicates that the system expects a search string to be entered only in the "FROM" field of a search or selection screen, and not in the "TO" field or any other fields.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Input: The user may have entered a search string in both the "FROM" and "TO" fields, which is not allowed for the specific transaction or report being executed.
  Field Configuration: The configuration of the transaction or report may be set up to only accept search strings in the "FROM" field.
  User Error: The user may not be familiar with the specific requirements of the search functionality in the transaction they are using.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that you are only entering the