How To Fix FL127 - Specify an update type

FL127 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FL - Function Builder messages

• Message number: 127

• Message text: Specify an update type

What causes this issue?

You selected <LS>Run in update</> without specifying an update type.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Select an update type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FL127 - Specify an update type ?

  The SAP error message FL127, which states "Specify an update type," typically occurs in the context of financial document processing, particularly when dealing with the Financial Accounting (FI) module or related functionalities. This error indicates that the system requires you to specify the type of update you want to perform, but it has not been provided.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Update Type: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not specified an update type in the transaction or function they are trying to execute.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that require an update type to be defined but are not set up correctly.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked a required field or made an error in the input process.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Specify Update Type: When prompted by the error message, ensure that you specify the required update type in the relevant field. This could be a