How To Fix DBACCESS018 - Maintenance of field &1 of structure &2 not allowed here(field attribute)

DBACCESS018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DBACCESS - CUA Database Wrapper: Messages

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Maintenance of field &1 of structure &2 not allowed here(field attribute)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DBACCESS018 - Maintenance of field &1 of structure &2 not allowed here(field attribute) ?

  The SAP error message DBACCESS018 indicates that there is an issue with the maintenance of a field in a structure, specifically that the field attribute does not allow for changes in the context you are trying to perform them. This error typically arises when you attempt to modify a field that is either read-only or not permitted to be changed in the current context.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Attributes: The field you are trying to modify may have attributes that restrict its modification. For example, it could be a key field or a field that is derived from another source.
  Context Restrictions: The context in which you are trying to make the change may not allow for modifications. This could be due to the transaction you are using or the specific data model.
  Data Dictionary Settings: The settings in the Data Dictionary (SE11) for the structure or field may be set to disallow changes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Attributes: