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How To Fix W0042 - Only currency field can be maintained for restriction 01


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: W0 - Customizing - ISR

  • Message number: 042

  • Message text: Only currency field can be maintained for restriction 01

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W0042 - Only currency field can be maintained for restriction 01 ?

    SAP Error Message:
    W0042 - Only currency field can be maintained for restriction 01


    Cause:

    This warning message occurs when you try to maintain or assign a field that is not a currency field to a restriction type 01 in SAP. Restriction type 01 is specifically designed to restrict currency fields only. If you attempt to assign a non-currency field (e.g., a quantity or a text field) to this restriction, SAP will issue this warning.


    Explanation:

    • Restriction 01 is used in the context of field restrictions in SAP, often related to pricing, conditions, or validations.
    • It is meant to restrict currency fields such as transaction currency, local currency, or group currency.
    • Assigning any other type of field (like quantity, unit, or text fields) to this restriction is not allowed.

    Solution:

    • Check the field you are trying to maintain for restriction 01.
    • Ensure that the field is a currency field (e.g., fields with data element type CURR).
    • If the field is not a currency field, you need to:
      • Either change the restriction type to one that supports the field type you want to restrict.
      • Or assign a proper currency field to restriction 01.
    • Review the configuration or customization where you maintain these restrictions (e.g., in pricing procedures, condition tables, or validation rules).
    • Correct the field assignment accordingly.

    Related Information:

    • Restriction Types in SAP: Different restriction types are designed for different data types (currency, quantity, date, etc.).
    • Currency Fields: Typically have data elements like CURR or WAERS (currency key).
    • Where to Check:
      • IMG settings related to pricing or condition technique.
      • Validation or substitution rules in transaction codes like GGB0 (Field Restrictions).
      • Condition tables or access sequences where fields are assigned.

    Summary:

    Aspect Details
    Error W0042 - Only currency field can be maintained for restriction 01
    Cause Non-currency field assigned to restriction type 01 (currency restriction)
    Solution Assign only currency fields to restriction 01 or change restriction type
    Where to check Field restrictions, pricing procedures, validation/substitution rules

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