How To Fix /SMB/SBA1135 - Forbidden values maintained. Clear them and enter allowed values?

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/SBA1 -

• Message number: 135

• Message text: Forbidden values maintained. Clear them and enter allowed values?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/SBA1135 - Forbidden values maintained. Clear them and enter allowed values? ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/SBA1135 Forbidden values maintained. Clear them and enter allowed values typically occurs in the context of the SAP Business Application Studio or when working with specific SAP modules that involve configuration settings. This error indicates that certain values that have been entered or maintained in a configuration or master data record are not allowed according to the system's validation rules.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Configuration: The values entered in a specific field do not comply with the allowed values defined in the system. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrect data entry.
  Values that have been deprecated or are no longer valid.
  Values that are not permitted based on the business logic or configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Custom Validation Rules: There may be custom validation rules implemented in the system that restrict certain values from being used.
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: The values may conflict with other related data or settings in the system, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify the Field: Determine which field is causing the error. This may require checking the configuration or data entry screen where the error occurred.
  
  
  Check Allowed Values: Review the documentation or configuration settings to identify the allowed values for the field in question. This may involve:
  
  Consulting the SAP help documentation.
  Checking the configuration settings in the relevant transaction codes (e.g., SPRO for configuration).
  
  
  
  Clear Forbidden Values: Remove the values that are causing the error. This can typically be done by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant configuration or data entry screen.
  Deleting or modifying the forbidden values.
  
  
  
  Enter Allowed Values: After clearing the forbidden values, enter the correct values that are allowed according to the system's rules.
  
  
  Testing: After making the changes, test the configuration or data entry to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to access configuration settings (e.g., SPRO, SE11, SE37).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration or data.
  Consult with Functional Team: If you are unsure about the allowed values or the implications of changing them, consult with the functional team or a SAP consultant who specializes in the relevant module.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the values maintained in the system are valid and compliant with the defined rules.