How To Fix ATAB022 - Tab &1 is not allowed.

ATAB022 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ATAB - Tabs in master data: Messages

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Tab &1 is not allowed.

What causes this issue?

A maximum of &v4& tabs are allowed in tab layouts of application &v3&.

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?

Enter a value between 01 and &v4&.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

ATAB022 - Details

• The SAP error message ATAB022, which states "Tab &1 is not allowed," typically occurs when there is an attempt to use a tab (or table) that is not permitted in the context of the operation being performed. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when working with database tables, data dictionary objects, or during the execution of certain transactions.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Table Name: The specified table name (represented by &1) may not exist or may not be valid in the current context.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or manipulate the specified table.
  Technical Restrictions: Certain tables may be restricted from being accessed or modified due to system settings or configurations.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may be configured in a way that restricts access to specific tables based on business rules or application logic.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Table Name: Verify that the table name specified in the error message is