How To Fix PZ447 - You cannot enter a required value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PZ - Messages: Payment program for payment requests

• Message number: 447

• Message text: You cannot enter a required value

What causes this issue?

1. So that the clearing postings in the payment document and in the
transfer posting to be made match, an amount for the second or third
local currency has to be included in the batch input transaction. This
is not possible, the field is not an input field.
2. It is not possible to transfer an amount in the second or third local
currency to the target company code document for the transfer posting.
This is not possible, because the field is also not an input field.
However, you can suppress this symptom by setting this message (see
procedure).

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

The clearing postings between the company codes are created
automatically, and are of no significance.

System Response

The transaction cannot be posted.

How to fix this error?

If the first symptom is involved, you have to enable the transfer of the
local currency amounts to the clearing account used.
If the second symptom is invovled, you either have to change the setting
for the message, or enable the transfer of the local currency amounts to
the target account for the transfer posting. You can later carry out the
transfer posting using report RFPRQP00.
The possible settings are:
E - All local currency values with the same currency must agree in both
items of the transfer posting.
W - Exchange rate differences are allowed.

Procedure for System Administrators

INCLUDE CUSTOMIZED_MESSAGE_INFO OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PZ447 - You cannot enter a required value ?

  The SAP error message PZ447, which states "You cannot enter a required value," typically occurs when a user attempts to save or process a transaction without filling in all mandatory fields. This error is common in various SAP modules, particularly in HR and other data entry forms.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Required Fields: The most common cause is that one or more required fields in the form or transaction are not filled out. These fields are marked with an asterisk (*) or are highlighted in some way.
  Validation Rules: Certain validation rules may be set up in the system that require specific data to be entered before proceeding.
  User Authorizations: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to enter data in certain fields, leading to this error.
  Configuration Issues: In some cases, the configuration of the SAP system may have been altered, leading to unexpected mandatory fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Required Fields: Review the form or transaction screen for any fields marked as required. Ensure that all necessary information is filled in.
  Review Error Message Details: Sometimes, the error message may provide additional details about which specific field is causing the issue. Pay attention to any hints or additional messages.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure which fields are required, consult the relevant SAP documentation or user guides for the transaction you are working on.
  User Authorizations: If you suspect that authorization issues are causing the problem, check with your SAP security team to ensure you have the necessary permissions.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the missing information, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or helpdesk for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error can occur in various transaction codes depending on the module (e.g., PA30 for HR master data).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of filling out all required fields to avoid this error in the future.
  System Configuration: If you are an administrator, review the configuration settings for the transaction to ensure that required fields are correctly defined.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PZ447 error and successfully complete your transaction in SAP.