How To Fix KDFUE002 - Mode &1 not permitted for the mode field

KDFUE002 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KDFUE - Error Messages for EDT

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Mode &1 not permitted for the mode field

What causes this issue?

Permitted values for the mode field are:
(U)pdate - for financial objects that already exist and are to be
updated
(I)nsert - for new financial objects that are to be added

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KDFUE002 - Mode &1 not permitted for the mode field ?

  The SAP error message KDFUE002 indicates that the mode specified in the mode field is not permitted. This error typically occurs in the context of controlling or financial transactions, particularly when dealing with cost centers, internal orders, or other financial objects.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Invalid Mode: The mode specified in the transaction does not match the allowed modes for the particular operation or transaction type.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration may not allow the specified mode for the current context or transaction.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation in the specified mode.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error or incorrect data entry in the mode field.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KDFUE002 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Mode Value: Verify that the mode you are trying to use is valid for the transaction you are performing.