How To Fix WZ859 - Only enter a value in the field 'Offset'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WZ - Workflow: Model objects

• Message number: 859

• Message text: Only enter a value in the field 'Offset'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WZ859 - Only enter a value in the field 'Offset' ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WZ859 - Only enter a value in the field 'Offset'
  
  Cause:
  This warning message typically appears during the processing of financial documents, especially in the context of clearing or offsetting transactions in SAP FI (Financial Accounting).
  
  The message indicates that a value has been entered in a field other than the 'Offset' field, where only the 'Offset' field should have a value.
  In other words, the system expects the user to enter an amount only in the 'Offset' field, and not in other related fields (such as 'Amount', 'Amount in Doc. Currency', or other offsetting fields).
  This usually happens when you try to post or clear documents and mistakenly enter values in fields that are not allowed or expected to have values in that particular step or screen.
  
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During manual clearing of open items.
  When entering offsetting amounts in clearing transactions.
  When posting documents with offsetting entries.
  In some cases, during payment processing or invoice verification where offsetting entries are involved.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the fields where you have entered values: Make sure that you only enter the amount in the 'Offset' field.
  Clear other fields: Remove any values entered in fields other than 'Offset'.
  Follow the screen instructions: The system expects the offset amount to be entered only in the 'Offset' field to correctly process the offsetting entry.
  Use the correct transaction and screen: Ensure you are using the correct transaction and screen for offsetting or clearing, as some screens have specific input requirements.
  If you are unsure which field is the 'Offset' field, refer to the SAP screen help or documentation for that transaction.
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This is a warning message (WZ859), so it may not stop the posting but indicates a potential input error that could lead to incorrect postings.
  The message is part of the validation checks SAP performs to ensure data integrity during financial postings.
  If you frequently encounter this message, consider reviewing your process or training users on the correct input procedure.
  In some cases, customizing or user-exits might influence which fields are active or required; check with your SAP FI consultant if the behavior seems inconsistent.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Message
  WZ859 - Only enter a value in the field 'Offset'
  
  
  Cause
  Values entered in fields other than 'Offset' where only 'Offset' should have a value
  
  
  Solution
  Enter amount only in the 'Offset' field; clear other fields; follow screen instructions
  
  
  Context
  Financial document clearing, offsetting entries, payment processing
  
  
  
  
  If you need help with a specific transaction or screen where this occurs, please provide the transaction code or context for more tailored guidance.