How To Fix CUMTX651 - Link between variant table and database table cannot be changed

CUMTX651 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CUMTX - Variant Configuration - Master Data Maintenance

• Message number: 651

• Message text: Link between variant table and database table cannot be changed

What causes this issue?

To activate (or deactivate) the link between a variant table and a
database table, ABAP include ZXCUDTOP must be locked for exclusive use.
User &V1& is currently processing this object.

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?

Try again later.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

CUMTX651 - Details

• The SAP error message CUMTX651 indicates that there is an issue with the link between a variant table and a database table in the SAP system. This typically occurs when you attempt to change the link or configuration of a variant that is not allowed due to certain constraints or settings in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Locked Variants: The variant you are trying to modify may be locked or protected, preventing changes.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to change the link between the variant and the database table.
  Technical Constraints: The variant may be linked to a database table that has specific constraints or dependencies that prevent changes.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an incorrect configuration in the variant settings that is causing the error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Variant Status: Verify if the variant is locked or protected. If it is, you may need to unlock it or create a new variant.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that