How to fix SAP error UCFE888?

What causes this issue? The initial value is set for &V1& in the header of the data entry layout . According to the breakdown category of this item, however, the initial value is not permitted.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? Change the value for &V1& in the header of the data entry layout, or choose a different item.Procedure for System Administrators Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

How To Fix UCFE888 - The value for &1 is initial

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SAP Error Message - Details

Message type: E = Error
Message class: UCFE - Messages for Data Entry Layouts
Message number: 888
Message text: The value for &1 is initial
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What causes this issue?
The initial value is set for &V1& in the header of the data entry layout
. According to the breakdown category of this item, however, the initial
value is not permitted.
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?
Change the value for &V1& in the header of the data entry layout, or
choose a different item.
Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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