How To Fix DMC_GENERAL461 - Setting a field to 'not visible' is not allowed on recalculation

DMC_GENERAL461 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMC_GENERAL - MWB: General Messages

• Message number: 461

• Message text: Setting a field to 'not visible' is not allowed on recalculation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMC_GENERAL461 - Setting a field to 'not visible' is not allowed on recalculation ?

  The SAP error message DMC_GENERAL461 indicates that there is an issue with the visibility settings of a field during a recalculation process in the Data Management Cockpit (DMC) or related data processing tasks. This error typically arises when a field that has been set to "not visible" is being recalculated, which is not allowed in the context of the operation being performed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Visibility Settings: The error occurs when a field that is marked as "not visible" is involved in a recalculation. In SAP, certain fields must be visible to participate in calculations or data processing.
  Data Model Configuration: The configuration of the data model may have inconsistencies where fields are incorrectly set to not visible while still being required for calculations.
  Recalculation Trigger: The recalculation process may be triggered by changes in other fields or data, leading to the system attempting to access a field that is not visible.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Visibility: Review