How To Fix UA_SM1044 - Field &1 is compounded with field &2. Change sequence

UA_SM1044 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UA_SM1 - Structure Maintenance

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Field &1 is compounded with field &2. Change sequence

What causes this issue?

Field &v1& and field &v2& are compounded.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Insert field &v2& before field &v1& in the list of authorization fields.

Procedure for System Administrators

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UA_SM1044 - Details

• The SAP error message UA_SM1044 indicates that there is a conflict in the field sequence for a compounded field in the system. This typically occurs when you are trying to enter or modify data in a compounded field, but the sequence of the fields does not match the expected configuration in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Compounding: In SAP, certain fields can be compounded, meaning they are linked together to form a single logical entity. For example, a compounded field might consist of multiple sub-fields that need to be filled in a specific order.
  Incorrect Sequence: The error arises when the data entry does not follow the defined sequence for these compounded fields. This could happen due to user error, incorrect configuration, or changes in the data model.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Sequence: Review the configuration of the compounded fields in the relevant transaction or data entry screen. Ensure that you are entering data in the correct