How To Fix 42230 - Online editing is not supported for this info object class

42230 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 42 - Information Workbench

• Message number: 230

• Message text: Online editing is not supported for this info object class

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 42230 - Online editing is not supported for this info object class ?

  The SAP error message "42230 Online editing is not supported for this info object class" typically occurs when you attempt to perform online editing on an InfoObject that does not support this feature. This is common in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) environments, particularly when dealing with InfoObjects that are part of a specific class or have certain characteristics.
  
  Cause:
  
  InfoObject Class: The error is primarily caused by trying to edit an InfoObject that belongs to a class that does not allow online editing. For example, certain types of InfoObjects, such as those that are part of a master data or are used in specific contexts, may be restricted from online changes.
  Data Model Restrictions: Some InfoObjects are designed to be managed through data modeling tools rather than direct online editing, which can lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform online editing on