How To Fix GZ137 - No line layout specified.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GZ - Message class for FI-LC

• Message number: 137

• Message text: No line layout specified.

What causes this issue?

No line layout was specified in data entry form &V1&.

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?

Specify a line layout in the definition for data entry form &V1&.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GZ137 - No line layout specified. ?

  The SAP error message GZ137 "No line layout specified" typically occurs in the context of document processing, particularly when dealing with the configuration of line items in a document such as a sales order, purchase order, or invoice. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a defined line layout for the document being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The line layout for the document type has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being used may not have a corresponding line layout configured.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications in the system, they may not have been properly set up to handle line layouts.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the line layout configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Line Layout Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant area for the document type you are working with (e.g., Sales and Distribution, Materials Management).
  Ensure that a line layout is defined for the document type in question.
  
  
  
  Define Line Layout:
  
  If no line layout exists, you may need to create one. This typically involves specifying how line items should be displayed and what fields should be included.
  Use transaction codes like OVA2 (for sales documents) or OME1 (for purchasing documents) to define the line layout.
  
  
  
  Check Document Type:
  
  Verify that the document type you are using is correct and that it has a corresponding line layout defined.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there are custom developments, review the code to ensure that it correctly references the line layout.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the line layout settings. If not, work with your SAP security team to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring line layouts for your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  Testing: After making changes, test the document processing again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GZ137 error and implement a solution to resolve it.