How To Fix 1X124 - Do not enhance the structure in its original system

1X124 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1X - General hierarchy maintenance tool message

• Message number: 124

• Message text: Do not enhance the structure in its original system

What causes this issue?

A structure is to be enhanced using an enhancement ID, but it is in
your original system, where the enhancement function cannot be used.
The structure can also be processed directly
in your original system without specifying an enhancement ID.

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

System Response

The function is not performed.

How to fix this error?

Enter the structure directly, without an enhancement ID.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1X124 - Do not enhance the structure in its original system ?

  The SAP error message 1X124 ("Do not enhance the structure in its original system") typically occurs when there is an attempt to enhance a standard SAP structure in the original system where it was delivered. This is a safeguard mechanism in SAP to prevent issues that can arise from modifying standard objects directly, which can lead to problems during upgrades or when applying support packages.
  
  Cause:
  
  Direct Enhancement: The error is triggered when a user tries to enhance a standard structure (like a table or a data structure) directly in the original SAP system.
  SAP Guidelines: SAP recommends using the enhancement framework or creating Z-structures (custom structures) instead of modifying standard structures directly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Use the Enhancement Framework: Instead of enhancing the standard structure directly, use the SAP enhancement framework. This allows you to add fields or functionality without modifying the original structure.
  Create a Custom Structure: If you need additional fields, create a custom structure