How To Fix /SMB/SBA1055 - Allowed values have already been entered - clear them first

/SMB/SBA1055 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/SBA1 -

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Allowed values have already been entered - clear them first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/SBA1055 - Allowed values have already been entered - clear them first ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/SBA1055 Allowed values have already been entered - clear them first typically occurs in the context of the SAP Business Application (SBA) or when working with certain configuration settings in SAP systems. This error indicates that the system has detected that there are already values entered in a field that is supposed to accept allowed values, and it requires those values to be cleared before new entries can be made.
  
  Cause:
  
  Existing Entries: The field in question already contains values that have been entered previously, and the system does not allow you to add new values without first clearing the existing ones.
  Validation Rules: The configuration or validation rules set in the system may restrict the addition of new values if there are already existing ones.
  User Permissions: Sometimes, user permissions or roles may restrict the ability to modify certain fields or entries.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Clear Existing Values: Navigate to the field that