How To Fix OUT001 - Outsourcing Field and Value must both be entered.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OUT - Messages for Outsourcing

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Outsourcing Field and Value must both be entered.

What causes this issue?

On infotype 491 a field was entered with no corresponding value. Or, a
value was entered with no corresponding field.

System Response

Error message appears on screen and will not save entered data.

How to fix this error?

Ensure that both field and value have been entered.

Procedure for System Administrators

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 OUT001 - Outsourcing Field and Value must both be entered. ?

  The SAP error message OUT001 ("Outsourcing Field and Value must both be entered") typically occurs in the context of outsourcing processes, particularly when working with materials or production orders that involve external services or components. This error indicates that the system expects both an outsourcing field and its corresponding value to be filled in, but one or both are missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The outsourcing field (e.g., a specific service or component that is outsourced) is not filled in, or the value associated with it is missing.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for outsourcing in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to the requirement for both fields to be populated.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the necessary information in the relevant fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that both the outsourcing field and its corresponding value are filled in correctly. This may involve:
  
  Navigating to the relevant transaction or screen where the error occurred.
  Verifying that all required fields are populated.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the error persists, check the configuration settings related to outsourcing in the SAP system. This may involve:
  
  Consulting with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to ensure that the outsourcing settings are correctly defined.
  Reviewing the relevant customizing settings in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the outsourcing process and the required fields.
  
  
  User Training: If the issue is due to user error, consider providing additional training or resources to ensure that users understand the requirements for entering outsourcing data.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be working in various transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), CO01 (Create Production Order), or others related to material management and production.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that both the outsourcing field and value are correctly entered, you should be able to resolve the OUT001 error.