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How To Fix WRF_PPW868 - Customizing error: field &1 is not permitted for selection tree type &2


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WRF_PPW - Price Planning Workbench

  • Message number: 868

  • Message text: Customizing error: field &1 is not permitted for selection tree type &2

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_PPW868 - Customizing error: field &1 is not permitted for selection tree type &2 ?

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    SAP Error Message:

    WRF_PPW868 Customizing error: field &1 is not permitted for selection tree type &2


    Cause:

    This error occurs during the configuration or use of selection trees in SAP, specifically when a field that is not allowed or not defined for a particular selection tree type is used in the selection criteria or node definition.

    • Selection trees are used in SAP to define hierarchical structures for selection purposes, often in areas like personnel selection, material selection, or other master data.
    • Each selection tree type has a predefined set of fields that are permitted for use.
    • If a field outside this permitted set is assigned or referenced in the selection tree nodes or conditions, the system throws this error.

    Explanation:

    • &1 = The field name that is not permitted.
    • &2 = The selection tree type in which the field is not allowed.

    For example, if you are working with a selection tree type for personnel (e.g., P), and you try to use a field that is only valid for organizational units or another tree type, the system will reject it.


    Solution:

    1. Check the selection tree type you are working with.
    2. Verify the allowed fields for this selection tree type:
      • Use transaction PP01 or PP02 (depending on your SAP version) to check the selection tree configuration.
      • Alternatively, check the customizing path for selection trees:
        SPRO -> Personnel Management -> Personnel Development -> Tools -> Selection Trees
    3. Remove or replace the invalid field:
      • Identify the field &1 that is causing the error.
      • Replace it with a field that is permitted for the selection tree type &2.
    4. Adjust the selection tree nodes or conditions accordingly.
    5. Save and activate the selection tree after correction.

    Additional Information:

    • This error is common when customizing or extending selection trees, especially if custom fields or non-standard fields are introduced without proper configuration.
    • Always refer to SAP documentation or the IMG customizing guide for the specific selection tree type to understand which fields are allowed.
    • If you need to use a custom field, you may need to extend the selection tree type or create a new one with the required fields properly defined.

    Summary:

    Aspect Details
    Error Field not permitted for selection tree type
    Cause Using a field not allowed in the selection tree type
    Solution Use only permitted fields for the selection tree type; adjust configuration
    Transactions PP01, PP02, SPRO (Selection Trees customizing)

    If you provide the exact field and selection tree type, I can help you identify the permitted fields or suggest alternatives.

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