How To Fix SD138 - This function can only be used for data elements

SD138 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD - Online doc., terminology, translation, help

• Message number: 138

• Message text: This function can only be used for data elements

What causes this issue?

You have selected the function <LS>Without screen reference</>. This
function is only allowed for data elements.

System Response

No flag is set.

How to fix this error?

To mark a message as "not requiring documentation", select the
function <LS>Currently not to be documented</> or
<LS>Self-explanatory</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD138 - This function can only be used for data elements ?

  The SAP error message SD138 ("This function can only be used for data elements") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Sales and Distribution (SD) module when a function or operation is attempted on a field that is not a data element. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when customizing or configuring fields in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Field Type: The function you are trying to use is designed to work only with data elements, but the field you are working with is not defined as a data element. It might be a structure, table field, or another type of object.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the customizing settings where a field is expected to be a data element but is not set up correctly.
  Custom Development: If you are working with custom programs or enhancements, the code may be incorrectly referencing a field that is not a