How To Fix FAGL_SKF012 - Field name &1 is not a valid customer field name. Use input help

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_SKF - Statistical Key Figures (General Part)

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Field name &1 is not a valid customer field name. Use input help

What causes this issue?

Field name &V1& is not a valid customer field name.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Note: Customer field names begin with ZZ or YY.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Use the input help.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_SKF012 - Field name &1 is not a valid customer field name. Use input help ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_SKF012 indicates that a field name you are trying to use is not recognized as a valid customer field name in the context of the application you are working with, typically in the Financial Accounting (FI) module. This error often occurs when you are trying to enter or manipulate data in a transaction or report that involves customer fields.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Field Name: The field name you are trying to use does not exist in the system or is not defined as a valid customer field.
  Configuration Issues: The field may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not be activated for the specific transaction or report you are using.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the field name you are entering.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified field.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Name: Verify that the field name you are entering is correct. Use the input help (F4) to see a list of valid field names.
  Review Configuration: If you are a system administrator or have access to configuration settings, check the configuration for customer fields in the relevant module (e.g., Financial Accounting). Ensure that the field is defined and activated.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources to understand the valid field names for the specific transaction or report you are using.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can help diagnose the problem.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the field in question.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using specific transaction codes related to financial accounting, such as FB50 (G/L Account Document Entry) or FAGLB03 (Display G/L Account Line Items).
  Field Catalog: Familiarize yourself with the field catalog for the specific transaction or report to understand which fields are available and valid for use.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message FAGL_SKF012.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If you are working with custom fields, ensure that any user exits or Business Add-Ins (BAdIs) are properly implemented and do not interfere with field validation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.