How To Fix COM_PRODUCT822 - Data for set type &1 is referenced and cannot be changed

COM_PRODUCT822 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PRODUCT - General Messages on Products

• Message number: 822

• Message text: Data for set type &1 is referenced and cannot be changed

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COM_PRODUCT822 - Details

• The SAP error message COM_PRODUCT822 indicates that you are trying to change data for a set type that is currently being referenced by other objects in the system. This typically occurs in the context of product master data or configuration settings where certain data sets are locked for editing due to dependencies or references.
  
  Cause:
  
  References to Set Type: The set type you are trying to modify is being used by other objects, such as products, configurations, or other master data.
  Data Locking: The system prevents changes to ensure data integrity and consistency, as modifying a referenced set type could lead to inconsistencies in the dependent objects.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the referenced data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify References: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to check which objects are referencing the set type. You may need to look into the specific