How To Fix R11408 - Generic indicators for dynpro field and DB field only simultaneous

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R11 - Business Partner and BDT

• Message number: 408

• Message text: Generic indicators for dynpro field and DB field only simultaneous

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R11408 - Generic indicators for dynpro field and DB field only simultaneous ?

  The SAP error message R11408 indicates that there is a conflict between the generic indicators set for a dynpro (dynamic program) field and a database (DB) field. This error typically arises when you are trying to use both generic indicators in a way that is not allowed by the system.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are trying to use both a generic indicator for a dynpro field and a generic indicator for a database field at the same time. 
  This situation is not supported because the system cannot determine which indicator to prioritize or how to handle the conflicting indicators.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Field Definitions: Check the definitions of the dynpro field and the database field. Ensure that you are not trying to set both fields with generic indicators simultaneously.
  
  
  Adjust the Indicator Settings: Modify the settings so that only one of the fields (either the dynpro field or the database field) uses a generic indicator. This may involve changing the logic in your program or adjusting the configuration in the relevant transaction.
  
  
  Check for Custom Code: If you have custom code that manipulates these fields, review it to ensure that it does not inadvertently set both indicators at the same time.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on how to properly configure generic indicators for dynpro and database fields.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary adjustments, test the changes in a development or test environment to ensure that the error is resolved and that the functionality works as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific notes related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions and workarounds for common issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in debugging or analyzing the issue, such as SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE37 (Function Module).
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or discussion groups, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the R11408 error and implement a solution to resolve it.