How To Fix IDCN042 - Amount of line no & cannot be changed

IDCN042 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDCN -

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Amount of line no & cannot be changed

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IDCN042 - Amount of line no & cannot be changed ?

  The SAP error message IDCN042 ("Amount of line no & cannot be changed") typically occurs in the context of financial documents, such as invoices or purchase orders, when there is an attempt to modify the amount of a line item that is not allowed. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow changes (e.g., it has been posted or is in a closed period).
  Reference Documents: The line item may be linked to a reference document (like a purchase order) that restricts changes to the amounts.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the SAP system may prevent changes to amounts after a certain point in the workflow.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the document.
  Document Type Restrictions: Specific document types may have restrictions on changing amounts after they have been saved or posted.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document