How To Fix KDFUE011 - The specified indicator &1 is not permitted for free/against

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KDFUE - Error Messages for EDT

• Message number: 011

• Message text: The specified indicator &1 is not permitted for free/against

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

For the free/against indicator, only
(F)ree
(A)gainst
are permitted.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KDFUE011 - The specified indicator &1 is not permitted for free/against ?

  The SAP error message KDFUE011 indicates that there is an issue with the indicator specified in the context of free goods or against goods in a sales order or delivery. This error typically arises when the system encounters an invalid or inappropriate indicator for the free goods or against goods functionality.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Invalid Indicator: The indicator specified in the sales order or delivery does not match the allowed indicators defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for free goods or against goods may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Master Data Issues: The material master or customer master data may not have the correct settings for free goods.
  Sales Document Type: The sales document type being used may not support the specified indicator.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KDFUE011 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Indicator: Verify the indicator you are using in the sales order or delivery. Ensure that it is valid and permitted for the transaction you are trying to execute.
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for free goods in the SAP system (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Free Goods and check the settings for the relevant sales document type.
  Ensure that the indicator is correctly defined in the free goods configuration.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the material master data (Transaction code: MM03) to ensure that the free goods settings are correctly maintained.
  Check the customer master data (Transaction code: VD03) to ensure that the customer is allowed to receive free goods.
  
  
  
  Sales Document Type: Ensure that the sales document type you are using supports the free goods functionality. You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team to verify this.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to KDFUE011 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on free goods functionality to understand the configuration and usage better.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the KDFUE011 error in your SAP system.