How To Fix 42628 - Object cannot be edited

42628 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 42 - Information Workbench

• Message number: 628

• Message text: Object cannot be edited

What causes this issue?

An info object cannot be edited under the folloiwng circumstances:
The info object is checked out.
The info object has a data inconsistency.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check if the info object is checked out. If it is checked out, you can
repeat the operation again after checking in this info object.
If the info object is not checked out, there is probably a data
inconsistency. You can correct this inconsistency by repairing the info
object in the Info Object List.
You can find the <LS>Repair</> function under <LS>Info object</> ->
<LS>Various</> -> <LS>Repair</>.
If the operation still causes this error after it has been repaired,
please contact the person responsible for your <ZH>Knowledge Warehouse
</> system.

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 42628 - Object cannot be edited ?

  The SAP error message 42628, which states "Object cannot be edited," typically occurs when a user attempts to modify an object that is either locked, in a state that does not allow editing, or when the user does not have the necessary permissions to make changes.
  Causes:
  
  
  Object Locking: The object you are trying to edit may be locked by another user or process. This can happen if someone else is currently editing the object or if it is in a transport request that is not yet released.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the required authorizations to edit the object. This can be due to missing roles or permissions in the user's profile.
  
  
  Object Status: The object may be in a status that does not allow editing. For example, it could be in a "released" state or marked as "inactive."
  
  
  Development Environment: If you are working in a production environment, certain objects may