How To Fix SMARTFORMS139 - The value in field &1 is only permitted for list boxes or radio buttons

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMARTFORMS - Smart Forms - Form Builder

• Message number: 139

• Message text: The value in field &1 is only permitted for list boxes or radio buttons

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMARTFORMS139 - The value in field &1 is only permitted for list boxes or radio buttons ?

  The SAP error message SMARTFORMS139 indicates that there is an issue with the value being assigned to a field in a Smart Form. Specifically, this error occurs when a field is expected to be a list box or radio button, but the value provided is not appropriate for that type of field.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises from one of the following scenarios:
  
  Incorrect Field Type: The field in question is defined as a list box or radio button in the Smart Form, but the value being assigned to it is not compatible with that type.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the value being passed to the field does not match the expected data type for list boxes or radio buttons.
  Improper Value Assignment: The value being assigned may not be one of the predefined options for the list box or radio button.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SMARTFORMS139 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Field Definition:
  
  Open the Smart Form in the Smart Forms transaction (SMARTFORMS).
  Navigate to the specific field that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the field is correctly defined as a list box or radio button.
  
  
  
  Verify Value Assignment:
  
  Check the value being assigned to the field in the Smart Form logic (e.g., in the form's driver program or within the Smart Form itself).
  Ensure that the value is one of the valid options for the list box or radio button. If it is not, modify the value to match one of the allowed options.
  
  
  
  Data Type Consistency:
  
  Ensure that the data type of the variable being passed to the field matches the expected data type for list boxes or radio buttons. For example, if the field expects a character type, ensure that the value being passed is also a character type.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the Smart Form to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Smart Forms Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for Smart Forms for detailed information on field types and their expected values.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or updates related to Smart Forms and this specific error message.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the Smart Form or the associated ABAP program to trace the value being passed to the field.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SMARTFORMS139 error in your SAP Smart Form.