How To Fix KB462 - No other fields defined for layout &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KB - Controlling: Reporting

• Message number: 462

• Message text: No other fields defined for layout &

What causes this issue?

No additional fields are defined for the display variant &V1&.

System Response

The selection list for the additional fields is not displayed.

How to fix this error?

Change to a different display variant <ZH>Settings -> Display
variant</>. Check the list of display variants to see which additional
fields are assigned where.
Use the customizing function <ZH>Reporting -> Configure line items</>
or <ZH>Document display</> to define additional fields for the display
variant.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KB462 - No other fields defined for layout & ?

  The SAP error message KB462 ("No other fields defined for layout &") typically occurs in the context of SAP's reporting or layout configuration, particularly when dealing with the layout of reports or forms in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find any additional fields defined for the specified layout.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Field Definitions: The layout you are trying to use does not have any fields defined. This could happen if the layout was not properly configured or if the fields were deleted or not assigned.
  Incorrect Layout Name: The layout name specified might be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the fields defined in the layout.
  Technical Issues: There could be a technical issue with the SAP system or the specific module you are working with.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Layout Configuration:
  
  Go to the layout configuration settings in SAP (transaction code SE71 for SAPscript or SMARTFORMS for Smart Forms).
  Verify that the layout you are trying to use has fields defined. If not, you will need to add the necessary fields.
  
  
  
  Verify Layout Name:
  
  Ensure that the layout name you are using is correct. Check for any typos or discrepancies in the name.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the layout and its fields. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to ensure proper access rights.
  
  
  
  Test with a Different Layout:
  
  If possible, try using a different layout that is known to work. This can help determine if the issue is specific to the layout you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on layout configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE71 (SAPscript), SMARTFORMS (Smart Forms), and SE78 (for form maintenance).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the KB462 error in SAP.