How To Fix OA228 - No permitted input values exist (customizing)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OA - SAP ArchiveLink: Messages for SAP ArchiveLink

• Message number: 228

• Message text: No permitted input values exist (customizing)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OA228 - No permitted input values exist (customizing) ?

  The SAP error message OA228 "No permitted input values exist (customizing)" typically occurs when you are trying to enter a value in a field that does not have any valid or permitted values defined in the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with master data, transaction data, or configuration settings.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Customizing Settings: The most common cause is that the necessary customizing settings have not been defined in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the relevant tables or configuration settings.
  Incorrect Field Values: The value you are trying to enter may not be valid according to the defined domain or value range for that field.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain values or configurations.
  Data Consistency Issues: If there are inconsistencies in the data or if the data has not been properly maintained, it can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and check if the necessary settings for the field in question are properly defined.
  Ensure that the value you are trying to enter is included in the allowed values for that field.
  
  
  
  Maintain Valid Values:
  
  If you are working with a specific field that requires a list of valid values, ensure that these values are maintained in the appropriate configuration tables.
  For example, if the field is related to a specific master data type, check the relevant master data configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Field Properties:
  
  Check the field properties in the data dictionary (SE11) to see if there are any restrictions or domains that might be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and input values in the relevant fields. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant SAP documentation or notes that might provide insights into the specific field or transaction you are working with.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  If you have made changes to the customizing settings, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to the specific error message or the transaction you are working with.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the OA228 error and implement a solution to resolve it.