How To Fix SD156 - Use only "X" or " "(space) for "Original system only"

SD156 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 156

• Message text: Use only "X" or " "(space) for "Original system only"

What causes this issue?

You have entered an invalid value for the "Original system only"
parameter. The only values allowed are "X" and " " (space).

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

If you want only those packages to be included in the statistics whose
original system corresponds to the current system, retain the default
setting.
If you also want to include packages with an original system other than
the current system, delete the cross.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD156 - Use only "X" or " "(space) for "Original system only" ?

  The SAP error message SD156, which states "Use only 'X' or ' ' (space) for 'Original system only'," typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) processes, particularly when dealing with data transfer or integration scenarios. This error indicates that the system expects a specific input for a field related to the "Original system only" option, and the input provided does not meet the expected criteria.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when a user inputs a value in the "Original system only" field that is neither "X" (which usually indicates "Yes" or "True") nor a blank space (which indicates "No" or "False"). This field is likely used to filter or specify whether the data should be processed only from the original system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Input: Ensure that the value entered in the "Original system only" field is either "X" or a blank space. If you have