How To Fix F4656 - The sequence of fields has not been kept

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 656

• Message text: The sequence of fields has not been kept

What causes this issue?

Individual fields overlap as a result of offset entry.

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?

Ensure fields do not overlap when entering offset or set with function
<ZK>Offset->Standard</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F4656 - The sequence of fields has not been kept ?

  The SAP error message F4656, "The sequence of fields has not been kept," typically occurs in the context of financial document processing, particularly when dealing with the entry of line items in a financial document (like invoices or journal entries). This error indicates that the system has detected an inconsistency in the order of fields or line items that are expected to follow a specific sequence.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Field Sequence: The error usually arises when the fields in a document do not follow the expected sequence defined in the configuration. For example, if a mandatory field is skipped or if fields are entered in an incorrect order.
  Custom Enhancements: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the SAP system that change the standard behavior of document entry, this could lead to the error.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors where the user does not follow the prescribed sequence of entering data can