Message type: E = Error
Message class: COM_CATEGORY - Category
Message number: 026
Message text: Category &1 can only be changed in the original system &2
The category was created in the logical system &V1& and imported into
this system. To ensure consistency in the various logical systems, the
category can only be changed in the original system.
Change the category in the original system.
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The SAP error message COM_CATEGORY026 indicates that a specific category (identified by &1) can only be changed in the original system (identified by &2). This error typically arises in the context of SAP's cross-system integration, particularly when dealing with data that is synchronized or replicated across different systems (like development, quality assurance, and production).
Cause: Cross-System Data Integrity: The error is triggered when an attempt is made to modify a category in a system that is not the original source of that data. This is a safeguard to maintain data integrity across systems. Data Replication: The category in question may be part of a data replication process, where changes are only allowed in the original system to prevent inconsistencies. Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the target system.
Solution: Make Changes in the Original System: To resolve this error, you need to identify the original system (as
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