How To Fix PBAS_SERVICE066 - Entries in display field "&1" are ignored

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PBAS_SERVICE - HR Master Data: Service Functions

• Message number: 066

• Message text: Entries in display field "&1" are ignored

What causes this issue?

You entered a value in the "&V1&" field. However, the field is
customized as display-only and not for user input.

System Response

The system restores the content of the field as it was before your
input.

How to fix this error?

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

INCLUDE NA_SYSADMIN1 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

User entries in the "&V1&" field (&V2&) do not make sense. Correct the
settings for the user interface.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PBAS_SERVICE066 - Entries in display field "&1" are ignored ?

  The SAP error message PBAS_SERVICE066, which states "Entries in display field '&1' are ignored," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Partner or similar applications where certain fields are set to display-only mode. This means that the system is configured to show the data in that field but does not allow any changes to be made to it.
  Cause:
  
  Field Configuration: The field in question is configured as a display-only field in the relevant screen or transaction. This is often done to prevent users from modifying critical data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to edit the field, leading to the system ignoring any input in that field.
  Data Consistency: The system may be designed to maintain data integrity by preventing changes to certain fields that are derived from other data or are calculated.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Configuration: Review the configuration of the field in the relevant transaction or screen. If the field should be editable, you may need to change its properties in the screen layout or configuration settings.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to edit the field. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or module to understand the intended behavior of the field.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you believe it should not be a display-only field, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may want to check transaction codes related to Business Partner management (e.g., BP) or other relevant modules.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to PBAS_SERVICE066 for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  Field Attributes: Review the attributes of the field in the data dictionary (SE11) to understand its properties and constraints.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.