How To Fix MG232 - Trans. &: field & not copied because field selection_2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MG - Batch input: material master

• Message number: 232

• Message text: Trans. &: field & not copied because field selection_2

What causes this issue?

The field belongs to an organizational level that is not relevant for
this transaction, which is why you cannot enter a value.
For example, you cannot enter a purchasing group on the purchasing
screen if no plant has been defined.

System Response

The value in this field will be reset when you press Enter.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MG232 - Trans. &: field & not copied because field selection_2 ?

  The SAP error message MG232 typically indicates that a certain field in a transaction is not being copied due to field selection settings. This error is often encountered in the context of inventory management or material management processes, particularly when trying to create or change material documents.
  Cause:
  The error message "MG232 Trans. &: field & not copied because field selection_2" suggests that the field in question is not being copied because of the field selection criteria defined in the system. This can happen due to:
  
  Field Selection Group Settings: The field selection for the transaction is defined in the configuration settings, and the specific field is marked as "not required" or "not allowed" for the transaction type you are using.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type you are using may not allow certain fields to be copied based on the configuration.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the field in question.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MG232 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Field Selection Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for field selection in the relevant module (e.g., Inventory Management).
  Navigate to the field selection group that corresponds to the transaction you are using.
  Ensure that the field in question is set to "required" or "optional" as needed.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Type:
  
  Verify the transaction type you are using and check if it allows the field to be copied.
  If necessary, adjust the configuration for the transaction type to include the field.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and modify the field.
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, work with your SAP security team to grant the necessary access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OMJJ (for material document types) or SPRO (to access the configuration settings) to navigate to the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the specific error message or field selection issues, as they may provide additional insights or patches.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on field selection groups and their configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.