How To Fix SH507 - Select F4 in previous screen to display possible entries

SH507 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SH - SAPhelp messages

• Message number: 507

• Message text: Select F4 in previous screen to display possible entries

What causes this issue?

The system cannot display possible entries for this field.

How to fix this error?

Press F3 to return to the entry screen, position your cursor on the
specific field and press F4.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SH507 - Select F4 in previous screen to display possible entries ?

  The SAP error message SH507, which states "Select F4 in previous screen to display possible entries," typically occurs when a user attempts to enter a value in a field that requires a selection from a predefined list of possible entries, but the system does not have the necessary data available for that field.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Value List: The field you are trying to enter data into is linked to a value list (domain) that is not currently available or has not been loaded.
  Field Configuration: The field may be configured to only accept values from a specific set of entries, and the system is prompting you to use the F4 help to select from those entries.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the possible entries for that field.
  Technical Issues: There could be a technical issue with the SAP system or the specific transaction you are using.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Use F4