How To Fix R1396 - Function &1 is controlled by the field group; navigation not possible

R1396 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R1 - Business Partner Messages from S_BUPA_GENERAL

• Message number: 396

• Message text: Function &1 is controlled by the field group; navigation not possible

What causes this issue?

The settings for function &v1& are such that this function can be
activated by way of a field group. In this case you cannot activate the
function by way of the activity/view, and/or activity/view/screen
sequence category.

System Response

Information message, navigation is denied.

How to fix this error?

If you want to activate the function by way of the activity/view,
and/or activity/view/screen sequence category, you must select this
option in the detail screen for the function.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R1396 - Function &1 is controlled by the field group; navigation not possible ?

  The SAP error message R1396, which states "Function &1 is controlled by the field group; navigation not possible," typically occurs when a user attempts to access a function or navigate to a specific area in the SAP system that is restricted due to field group settings. This is often related to the configuration of the screen or the field group settings in the SAP system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Group Configuration: The error is primarily caused by the configuration of field groups in the SAP system. Field groups are used to control the visibility and accessibility of certain fields or functions based on the context of the transaction or the user role.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain functions or fields, leading to this error.
  Screen Layout: The screen layout might be configured in such a way that certain functions are not available for the current context or