How To Fix UCMI047 - The input options of document field "&1" have been changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCMI - Messages for Breakdown Category, Item, Document Type, ...

• Message number: 047

• Message text: The input options of document field "&1" have been changed

What causes this issue?

The following rules apply to entry options for document fields with the
role <LS>Investee Unit:</>
If the document type is used for <LS>Elimination of IU Profit/Loss in
Transferred Inventory</>, you must choose <LS>Optional Entry.</>
If the document type is used for <LS>Consolidation of Investments</>,
you must choose <LS>Required Entry</>.
In all other cases, you must choose <LS>According to Breakdown Category.
</>
However, the above rules were not applied for the document field '&V1&'
with the role <ZK>Investee Unit.</>

System Response

The system has set the entry option for document field '&V1&' in
accordance with the above rules.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCMI047 - The input options of document field "&1" have been changed ?

  The SAP error message UCMI047 indicates that the input options for a document field have been changed. This typically occurs in the context of document management or when working with document fields in SAP systems, particularly in the SAP ArchiveLink or Document Management System (DMS).
  Cause:
  The error message UCMI047 is triggered when there is a mismatch between the expected input options for a document field and the actual input options that are currently available. This can happen due to several reasons, including:
  
  Configuration Changes: Changes made to the configuration of document fields or input options in the SAP system.
  Data Model Changes: Modifications to the underlying data model that affect how document fields are defined or used.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), and the transport did not include all necessary components or configurations.
  User Authorizations: Changes in user roles or authorizations that affect the visibility or availability of certain input options.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UCMI047 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the document field in question. Ensure that the input options are correctly defined and match what is expected in the application.
  
  
  Review Changes: If recent changes were made to the system (e.g., configuration changes, transports), review those changes to identify any discrepancies that may have caused the issue.
  
  
  Test in Development: If possible, replicate the issue in a development or test environment to better understand the cause and test potential solutions without affecting production data.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the input options for the document field.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module or functionality you are working with. There may be known issues or additional guidance available.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with details about the error, the context in which it occurs, and any relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation related to Document Management System (DMS) or ArchiveLink, as this may provide insights into the configuration and management of document fields.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the UCMI047 error and implement a solution to resolve it.