How To Fix IAOM005 - The value "&1" is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IAOM - Account Assignment Manager Messages

• Message number: 005

• Message text: The value "&1" is not allowed

What causes this issue?

Characteristic value '&V1&' is not in table &V3&.

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?

Choose a value from the input help, or use the asterisk (*) as a
generic entry.

Procedure for System Administrators

If you want the value '&V1&' to appear in the selection in the future,
enter this value in table &V3& for characteristic &V2&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IAOM005 - The value "&1" is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message IAOM005, which states "The value '&1' is not allowed," typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) or related modules when a user attempts to enter a value that is not valid according to the system's configuration or business rules.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Value: The value being entered does not exist in the allowed list of values for the field in question. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrect data entry.
  The value not being defined in the system (e.g., a specific asset class, cost center, or other master data).
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may be configured to restrict certain values based on business rules or settings in the configuration (e.g., validation rules).
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The value entered may not match the expected data type or format for that field.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to use certain values.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Value: Verify the value you are trying to enter. Ensure it is correct and exists in the system. You can check the relevant master data or configuration settings.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you have access, review the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module to see if there are any restrictions or validations that might be causing the error.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific field to understand what values are allowed.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to enter the value. If not, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), or AS03 (Display Asset).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program logic to see why the value is being rejected.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the IAOM005 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.