How To Fix FIN_RE_PARSER046 - Restriction on field &1 is missing, &2 depends on this value

FIN_RE_PARSER046 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIN_RE_PARSER - FIN Rule Engine Parser Messages

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Restriction on field &1 is missing, &2 depends on this value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIN_RE_PARSER046 - Restriction on field &1 is missing, &2 depends on this value ?

  The SAP error message FIN_RE_PARSER046 indicates that there is a restriction on a specific field (denoted as &1 in the message) that is missing, and another field (denoted as &2) depends on the value of the first field. This error typically arises in the context of financial reporting or data processing within SAP, particularly when dealing with financial data models or reporting structures.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Field Restriction: The error suggests that there is a required restriction or condition that has not been defined for the specified field. This could be due to a configuration issue or an oversight in the data model setup.
  Dependency Issues: The second field (&2) relies on the value of the first field (&1). If the first field does not have a defined restriction, the system cannot determine how to process the dependent field.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the fields involved. Ensure that the necessary restrictions