How To Fix PN138 - Form & not permissible

PN138 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PN -

• Message number: 138

• Message text: Form & not permissible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PN138 - Form & not permissible ?

  The SAP error message PN138 "Form & not permissible" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Personnel Administration or Payroll modules when there is an issue with the form being used for a specific action or transaction. This error indicates that the form specified is not allowed for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Form Configuration: The form you are trying to use may not be configured correctly in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified form.
  Form Not Active: The form may not be active or available for the specific action or transaction.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be an issue with the data being entered that is causing the form to be deemed not permissible.
  Version Mismatch: The form version being used may not match the expected version for the transaction.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Form Configuration: Verify that the form is correctly configured in the