How To Fix WE874 - Please choose selected fields only

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WE - Messages for EAN Customizing and for EAN management in MM_BD

• Message number: 874

• Message text: Please choose selected fields only

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  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WE874 - Please choose selected fields only:
  
  SAP Error Message: WE874 - Please choose selected fields only
  Cause:
  The error message WE874 typically occurs during the processing of IDocs (Intermediate Documents) in SAP, especially when working with IDoc segment filtering or field selection in ALE/EDI scenarios.
  This message indicates that the user or system has attempted to select or process fields that are not allowed or not part of the predefined selection criteria. In other words, the system expects you to choose only from a specific set of fields (selected fields), but fields outside this set were chosen or included.
  Common scenarios causing this error:
  
  When customizing or filtering IDoc segments or fields in transaction WE30 (IDoc type development) or WE31 (segment editor), the user tries to select fields that are not part of the allowed subset.
  During IDoc processing or mapping, the system expects only certain fields to be processed or transferred, but additional or incorrect fields are selected.
  In ALE distribution model or partner profile setup, incorrect field selections are made.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Field Selection:
  
  Review the fields you have selected for processing or filtering.
  Ensure that only the allowed or predefined fields are selected.
  Use the standard SAP tools (e.g., WE30, WE31, WE20) to verify the segment and field selections.
  
  
  
  Adjust Filtering or Mapping:
  
  If you are using segment filtering or field selection in partner profiles (transaction WE20), verify that the filter criteria are correctly defined.
  Remove any fields that are not part of the allowed selection.
  
  
  
  Consult the IDoc Type Definition:
  
  Check the IDoc type and segment definitions to understand which fields are valid.
  Use transaction WE30 to display the IDoc type and verify the segments and fields.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Enhancements or User Exits:
  
  If there are custom enhancements or user exits influencing field selection or IDoc processing, verify that they do not add or select invalid fields.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WE874 for any known issues or patches.
  Review SAP documentation on IDoc processing and field selection.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  WE20 - Partner Profiles (where field selection/filtering is often done)
  WE30 - IDoc Type Development
  WE31 - Segment Editor
  WE02 / WE05 - IDoc Display and Monitoring
  
  
  
  IDoc Processing:
  
  IDocs are structured documents used for data exchange.
  Proper field and segment selection is crucial for successful IDoc processing.
  
  
  
  ALE/EDI Configuration:
  
  Field selection is often part of ALE distribution model setup.
  Incorrect field selection can cause errors during IDoc generation or processing.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact context or transaction where the error occurs, I can help with more specific guidance.