How To Fix COM_ATTRFRG_GEN197 - Set type &1 can only be changed in the source system &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_ATTRFRG_GEN - Message Class for Generating Attributes and Sets

• Message number: 197

• Message text: Set type &1 can only be changed in the source system &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_ATTRFRG_GEN197 - Set type &1 can only be changed in the source system &2 ?

  The SAP error message COM_ATTRFRG_GEN197 indicates that you are trying to change a set type in a system where it is not allowed. Specifically, the message states that the set type can only be changed in the source system, which means that the changes you are attempting to make must be performed in the original system where the set type was created.
  Cause:
  
  Cross-System Configuration: The error typically occurs when you are working in a system that is not the original source system for the set type. This can happen in scenarios involving system landscapes with multiple environments (e.g., development, quality assurance, production).
  Transport Issues: If the set type was transported from one system to another, the changes to that set type must be made in the original system where it was created.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Source System: Determine which system is the source system for the set type in question. This information is usually available in the error message itself (indicated as &2).
  Make Changes in the Source System: Log into the identified source system and make the necessary changes to the set type there.
  Transport Changes: If you need to move the changes to another system, ensure that you transport the changes properly after making them in the source system.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the source system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Set Types: In SAP, set types are used to define groups of characteristics or attributes. They are often used in the context of classification and variant configuration.
  Transport Management: Understanding how transports work in SAP can help prevent issues related to changes made in different systems. Familiarize yourself with the Transport Management System (TMS) in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or solutions for this error message. SAP Notes can often provide insights into known issues and their resolutions.
  
  If you continue to experience issues or if the error persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team for further assistance.