How To Fix M1013 - Maintain a field status for field &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M1 - Internal RW Documents

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Maintain a field status for field &.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M1013 - Maintain a field status for field &. ?

  The SAP error message M1013, which states "Maintain a field status for field &.", typically occurs in the context of material master data or inventory management. This error indicates that the system requires a field status definition for a specific field that is not currently maintained in the configuration.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Field Status Not Defined: The field in question has not been assigned a field status in the configuration settings. This means that the system does not know whether the field should be mandatory, optional, or suppressed during data entry.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the field status groups or the field status settings in the relevant module (e.g., Material Management).
  Missing Authorizations: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to maintain the field status settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the M1013 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Field Status Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OMD0 (or SPRO for configuration) to access the field status group settings.
  Navigate to the relevant area (e.g., Material Management) and check the field status groups assigned to the material type or transaction.
  Ensure that the field in question is included in the field status group and that its status (mandatory, optional, suppressed) is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Maintain Field Status:
  
  If the field is not defined, you will need to create or modify the field status group to include the field and set its status appropriately.
  Save your changes and test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to maintain field status settings. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Field Status Groups: These are used in SAP to control the input of data in various transactions. Each field status group can define how fields are treated during data entry.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) to understand where the error might occur.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as there may be known issues or fixes provided by SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further assistance.