How To Fix MG236 - Trans. &: field & not copied because field selection_6


MG236 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: MG - Batch input: material master

  • Message number: 236

  • Message text: Trans. &: field & not copied because field selection_6

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  • What causes this issue?

    The field is subject to special field selection, which is why you
    cannot enter a value here.
    For example, the procurement type field can only be filled in if it has
    not been predefined already by the material type.

    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.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MG236 - Trans. &: field & not copied because field selection_6 ?
    The SAP error message MG236 indicates that a specific field was not copied during a transaction due to field selection settings. This error typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material document processing, where certain fields are controlled by field selection groups.
    
    Cause: The error message "MG236 Trans. &: field & not copied because field selection_6" usually arises from the following reasons: Field Selection Group: The field in question is part of a field selection group that restricts its copying based on the transaction type or the document type being processed. This means that the field is not allowed to be populated or copied in the current context. Configuration Settings: The field selection settings for the relevant transaction or document type may have been configured to exclude certain fields. This can happen during system configuration or customization. Transaction Type: The specific transaction you are trying to execute may not support the copying of

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