How To Fix F4779 - Display of field changes not possible for this field

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 779

• Message text: Display of field changes not possible for this field

What causes this issue?

The field changes can only be displayed for credit management fields
and address fields.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F4779 - Display of field changes not possible for this field ?

  The SAP error message F4779, "Display of field changes not possible for this field," typically occurs when you are trying to view changes made to a specific field in a financial document or transaction, but the system is unable to display the change history for that field. This can happen for several reasons:
  Causes:
  
  
  Field Not Configured for Change Logging: The field in question may not be configured to log changes. In SAP, not all fields are set up to track changes by default.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the change history for that field.
  
  
  Technical Limitations: There may be technical limitations or issues with the database or the application that prevent the display of changes.
  
  
  Field Type: Some fields, especially those that are derived or calculated, may not have a change log associated with them.
  
  
  Document Type: Certain document types may not support change logging for specific fields.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Field Configuration: Verify if the field is configured for change logging in the relevant customizing settings. You may need to consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that change logging is enabled for the field.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view change logs. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  Use Alternative Methods: If the field does not support change logging, consider using alternative methods to track changes, such as custom logging or using SAP's standard reporting tools.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this issue. Sometimes, there are known bugs or limitations that SAP has documented.
  
  
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or SAP directly for assistance. They may be able to provide insights or solutions based on the specific configuration of your system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to investigate the field's properties and settings.
  Change Logs: Familiarize yourself with how change logs are managed in SAP, particularly in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to change management and logging for specific modules to understand the capabilities and limitations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.