How To Fix /SMB/CONT_RESTRUCT173 - Enter a value for field Content Restr. ID!

/SMB/CONT_RESTRUCT173 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/CONT_RESTRUCT -

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Enter a value for field Content Restr. ID!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/CONT_RESTRUCT173 - Enter a value for field Content Restr. ID! ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/CONT_RESTRUCT173 Enter a value for field Content Restr. ID typically occurs in the context of content management or when working with content restrictions in SAP systems, particularly in the SAP Business Suite or SAP S/4HANA environments.
  
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that a required field, specifically the "Content Restriction ID," has not been filled in. The system expects a value in this field to proceed with the operation you are attempting to perform. This could happen in various scenarios, such as when creating or modifying content, managing documents, or configuring content restrictions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Input Fields: Ensure that you have filled in all mandatory fields in the transaction or screen you are working on. Specifically, look for the "Content Restriction ID" field and provide a valid value.
  
  
  Refer to Documentation: If you are unsure what value to enter, refer to the relevant SAP documentation or