How To Fix KY138 - & must not be filled because & contains no fixed value

KY138 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KY - Messages for SAP-EIS: Presentation

• Message number: 138

• Message text: & must not be filled because & contains no fixed value

What causes this issue?

The two fields you have selected together form a compound
characteristic, i.e. it is only useful to specify the dependent field
if the other field has already been specified. This is not possible
here.

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?

You can either leave the dependent field blank or check your form and
change it if necessary.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KY138 - & must not be filled because & contains no fixed value ?

  The SAP error message KY138 typically occurs in the context of cost center accounting or internal order management when you are trying to enter a value in a field that is not allowed to be filled because it does not have a fixed value. This error is often related to the configuration of the cost center or internal order settings in the SAP system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Configuration: The field you are trying to fill is configured in such a way that it should not accept any input. This could be due to the field being set as a "fixed value" field in the configuration.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the cost center or internal order may not be properly set up, leading to the system not recognizing valid entries.
  Transaction Type: The transaction you are trying to perform may not allow for certain fields to be filled based on the type of