How To Fix MG141 - The field & is not ready for input and was therefore not initialized

MG141 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MG - Batch input: material master

• Message number: 141

• Message text: The field & is not ready for input and was therefore not initialized

What causes this issue?

When transferring data by <DS:GLOS.direct_input>direct input</> or
distributing data by <DS:GLOS.Application_Link_Enabling>application
link enabling</> (ALE), you can change only those fields that can also
be maintained in online mode. Since the field &V1& cannot be maintained
in online mode, it could not be overwritten with the
<DS:GLOS.initial_value>initial value</>.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MG141 - The field & is not ready for input and was therefore not initialized ?

  The SAP error message MG141, which states "The field & is not ready for input and was therefore not initialized," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material management transactions. This error indicates that a specific field in the transaction is not available for user input, which can prevent the completion of the transaction.
  Causes:
  
  Field Configuration: The field in question may be configured as non-editable in the screen layout or field status settings.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to input data in that field.
  Transaction Context: The field may not be relevant for the current transaction or document type being processed.
  Custom Development: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the SAP system, they may inadvertently affect the field's availability.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the field from being initialized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Field Status: Review the field status group assigned to the