How To Fix FVD_FCAT004 - Field status is not possible due to Customizing settings

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FVD_FCAT - Message Class for the Field Catalog

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Field status is not possible due to Customizing settings

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FVD_FCAT004 - Field status is not possible due to Customizing settings ?

  The SAP error message FVD_FCAT004 indicates that there is an issue with the field status configuration in the system, which is preventing the processing of a financial transaction or document. This error typically arises when the field status settings in the configuration do not allow for the required fields to be filled or processed as expected.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Field Status Group Configuration: The field status group assigned to the relevant transaction or document type may not allow certain fields to be filled. This can happen if the field status is set to "Suppress" or "Display" when it should be set to "Required" or "Optional."
  Customizing Settings: The customizing settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) module may not be aligned with the requirements of the transaction being processed.
  Document Type Settings: The document type being used may have specific field status settings that restrict the entry of certain fields.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Field Status Group:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB28 (Field Status Variants).
  Identify the field status variant assigned to the company code or the relevant transaction.
  Review the field status groups associated with the variant and ensure that the required fields are set to "Required" or "Optional" as needed.
  
  
  
  Adjust Customizing Settings:
  
  Navigate to the relevant customizing settings in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the field status settings for the document type and transaction type are correctly configured to allow the necessary fields to be filled.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Use transaction code OBA7 to check the document types and their associated field status groups.
  Make adjustments as necessary to ensure that the document type allows for the required fields.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the changes, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: OB28 (Field Status Variants), OBA7 (Document Type Configuration).
  Field Status Groups: These are used to control the input of fields in financial documents and can be customized based on business requirements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to field status configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the FVD_FCAT004 error in your SAP system.