How To Fix FTR_GUI144 - Field selection &1: Tab index &2 is switched to display

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTR_GUI - TR Transaction Management

• Message number: 144

• Message text: Field selection &1: Tab index &2 is switched to display

What causes this issue?

According to field selection <ZH>&V1&</>, tab index <ZH>&V2&</> is set
to display. There are fields on the tab index, however, which you have
to fill in order to execute this function. Do not, therefore, set the
tab to display.

Procedure for System Administrators

Change the field selection control settings accordingly.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTR_GUI144 - Field selection &1: Tab index &2 is switched to display ?

  The SAP error message FTR_GUI144 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Treasury and Risk Management module, particularly when dealing with the field selection for certain transactions or screens. The message indicates that a specific tab index has been switched to display mode, which means that the fields in that tab are no longer editable.
  Cause:
  The error message can be triggered by several factors, including:
  
  Field Selection Configuration: The field selection for the transaction or screen may have been configured to restrict editing for certain fields based on the status of the transaction or user roles.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to edit the fields in the specified tab.
  Transaction Status: The status of the transaction may dictate that certain fields are only viewable and not editable (e.g., if the transaction is in a completed or locked state).
  Customizations: Custom developments or enhancements in the SAP system may have altered the behavior of the field selection.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Field Selection Settings:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for field selection in the relevant transaction. Ensure that the fields you need to edit are set to be editable for the current transaction status.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to edit the fields in question. This can be done by checking the user's role assignments and authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Examine Transaction Status:
  
  Check the status of the transaction you are working on. If it is in a status that restricts editing, you may need to change the status or create a new transaction in an editable state.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Development Team:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or development team to check for any customizations or enhancements that may be affecting field behavior.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to Treasury and Risk Management, as they may provide context for the error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Testing in a Sandbox: If possible, replicate the issue in a sandbox environment to test changes without affecting production data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FTR_GUI144 error and implement a suitable solution.