How To Fix AREN104 - No changes can be made in display mode

AREN104 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AREN - Messages - Archiving Engine

• Message number: 104

• Message text: No changes can be made in display mode

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AREN104 - No changes can be made in display mode ?

  The SAP error message AREN104: No changes can be made in display mode typically occurs when a user attempts to make changes to a document or data record while in display mode. This error is common in various SAP modules, including SAP ERP and SAP S/4HANA.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the user is currently in display mode, which does not allow for any modifications to the data. Display mode is intended for viewing data only, and any attempt to edit or change the data will trigger this error message.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AREN104 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Switch to Change Mode:
  
  If you need to make changes, you must switch from display mode to change mode. This can typically be done by:
  Clicking on the "Change" button (often represented by a pencil icon) in the SAP GUI.
  Using the transaction code that allows for editing (e.g., if you are in