How To Fix R8442 - The domain has no fixed values

R8442 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R8 - Messages from the meta data generation

• Message number: 442

• Message text: The domain has no fixed values

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R8442 - The domain has no fixed values ?

  The SAP error message R8442, "The domain has no fixed values," typically occurs when you are trying to enter a value in a field that is associated with a domain that does not have any fixed values defined. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when you are working with custom fields, data entry screens, or during data migration.
  
  Cause:
  
  Domain Definition: The domain associated with the field does not have any fixed values defined. Fixed values are predefined values that can be selected for a field.
  Field Configuration: The field may be configured incorrectly, or it may not be linked to a domain that has fixed values.
  Data Entry: The value being entered does not match any of the expected values for the domain, and since there are no fixed values, the system cannot validate the entry.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Domain Settings:
  
  Go to transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Enter the domain name associated with the field