How To Fix GH711 - Field & must not be used as a randomization field

GH711 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GH - Help functions and tools in FI-SL

• Message number: 711

• Message text: Field & must not be used as a randomization field

What causes this issue?

You have entered a field that cannot be used as a randomization field.

System Response

The system rejects the entry.

How to fix this error?

After entering the ledger, use the input help to display which fields
can be used as randomization fields.

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

For more information, see SAP Note 1682250.

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 GH711 - Field & must not be used as a randomization field ?

  The SAP error message GH711 indicates that a specific field is being incorrectly used as a randomization field in a process where it should not be. This error typically arises in the context of clinical trial management or similar applications where randomization is a critical component.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A field that is not intended for randomization is being designated as such in the system.
  The field may not meet the criteria required for randomization, such as being a non-unique or non-randomizable field.
  There may be a configuration issue in the system where the field is incorrectly set up.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GH711 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Field Configuration: Check the configuration of the field in question. Ensure that it is not marked as a randomization field if it is not supposed to be.
  
  
  Correct Field Usage: If the field is being used incorrectly, update the configuration to use a valid field