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

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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?

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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 transaction. You can do this by navigating to the configuration settings in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and checking the field status for the relevant transaction.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to input data in the field. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Transaction Type: Verify that the transaction type being used is appropriate for the operation you are trying to perform. Some fields may only be relevant for specific transaction types.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program flow to see why the field is not being initialized. This may require assistance from a developer.
  Consult Documentation: Check SAP notes or documentation related to the specific transaction or module you are working with. There may be known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error can occur in various transaction codes related to inventory management, such as MIGO (Goods Movement), MB1A (Goods Withdrawal), or MB1B (Transfer Posting).
  Field Status Groups: Field status groups can be configured in the Financial Accounting (FI) module, which may affect how fields behave in related transactions.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.