How To Fix FKKFS012 - This field is not defined for selection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKFS - Messages for Field Selector

• Message number: 012

• Message text: This field is not defined for selection

What causes this issue?

You have tried to add a line that is marked as non-insertable in the
SAP standard variant to the field definitions.

System Response

The line is not added.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKFS012 - This field is not defined for selection ?

  The SAP error message FKKFS012: "This field is not defined for selection" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) module. This error indicates that a field you are trying to use for selection criteria in a report or transaction is not recognized or defined in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Field Not Configured: The field you are trying to use may not be configured in the selection screen of the report or transaction.
  Incorrect Field Name: There may be a typo or incorrect field name in the selection criteria.
  Missing Authorizations: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain fields.
  Custom Development: If there are custom reports or enhancements, the field may not have been included in the selection logic.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Field Configuration:
  
  Verify that the field you are trying to use is indeed defined in the selection criteria of the report or transaction. This can be done by checking the report's selection screen configuration in the ABAP Dictionary or through transaction SE80.
  
  
  
  Correct Field Name:
  
  Double-check the spelling and ensure that you are using the correct field name as defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that your user profile has the necessary authorizations to access the fields in question. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the documentation for the specific report or transaction to understand the expected selection fields.
  
  
  
  Contact Technical Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can analyze the issue further, especially if it involves custom developments.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may encounter this error in various transaction codes related to FI-CA, such as FPL9 (Display Payment Plan) or FBL5N (Customer Line Item Display).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program logic to see where the error is being triggered.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution. If you need further assistance, consider providing more context about the specific transaction or report you are working with.