How To Fix IST_EBS187 - The screen is being used in the wrong context

IST_EBS187 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IST_EBS - Interface Between IS-T and External Billing System

• Message number: 187

• Message text: The screen is being used in the wrong context

What causes this issue?

In the <DS:GLOS.3526B2D3AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>PBO</> of
<DS:GLOS.3526B1E1AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>screen</> 4500 in the program
SAPLIST_EBS_BILL_TRANSFER, a mass activity category appears that is not
intended for this screen.

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?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

IST_EBS187 - Details

• The SAP error message IST_EBS187, which states "The screen is being used in the wrong context," typically occurs when there is a mismatch between the expected context of a screen and the actual context in which it is being called. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when a transaction is called inappropriately or when the system is trying to access a screen that is not relevant for the current operation.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Transaction Code: The user may be trying to access a screen using an incorrect transaction code that does not correspond to the current context.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the screen in the current context.
  Screen Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the screen or the way it is linked to the transaction.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements, they may not be handling the context correctly.
  Session Management: