How To Fix FICO1581 - &2: &1 is the only permitted value

FICO1581 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICO1 -

• Message number: 581

• Message text: &2: &1 is the only permitted value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICO1581 - &2: &1 is the only permitted value ?

  The SAP error message FICO1581 &2: "&1 is the only permitted value" typically occurs in the context of financial accounting (FI) or controlling (CO) modules when a user attempts to enter a value that is not allowed for a specific field or parameter. This error is often related to configuration settings or data entry issues.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Value Entry: The user may have entered a value that is not valid for the field in question. This could be due to a typo or misunderstanding of the allowed values.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to only accept certain values for a specific field, and the entered value does not match these configurations.
  Master Data Issues: The master data (e.g., cost centers, profit centers, accounts) may not be set up correctly, leading to the error when trying to use them in transactions.
  Business Rules: There may be specific business rules or validations in place that