How To Fix ICL_PMI004 - Enter a permitted source field

ICL_PMI004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICL_PMI - FS-CM / FS-PM Interface

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Enter a permitted source field

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ICL_PMI004 - Details

• The SAP error message ICL_PMI004, which states "Enter a permitted source field," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Insurance module, particularly when dealing with the configuration of insurance contracts or claims. This error indicates that the system expects a specific input in a field that is not valid or permitted based on the current configuration or context.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Field Entry: The user may have entered a value in a field that is not allowed or recognized by the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: The source field may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the error when trying to access or use it.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as missing or incorrect entries in related tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify the specified field.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Ensure that the values entered in the source field are