How To Fix /BCV/CFG120 - Application is in configuration mode; a development object is created

/BCV/CFG120 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BCV/CFG -

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Application is in configuration mode; a development object is created

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/BCV/CFG120 - Details

• The SAP error message /BCV/CFG120 Application is in configuration mode; a development object is created typically indicates that you are trying to create or modify a development object while the application is in configuration mode. This is a common scenario in SAP systems where certain applications or components are locked for changes to ensure stability during configuration or deployment processes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Mode: The application is currently set to configuration mode, which restricts changes to development objects. This is often done to prevent inconsistencies or errors during critical configuration tasks.
  Development Object Creation: You are attempting to create or modify a development object (like a report, function module, etc.) while the application is in this restricted state.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Exit Configuration Mode: If you have the necessary permissions, exit the configuration mode. This can usually be done by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system and changing the mode back to normal operation.
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