How To Fix DS572 - You cannot insert a line: &1 &2 is an original text

DS572 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DS - Messages for Editing Text Elements in ABAP Programs

• Message number: 572

• Message text: You cannot insert a line: &1 &2 is an original text

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DS572 - You cannot insert a line: &1 &2 is an original text ?

  The SAP error message DS572, which states "You cannot insert a line: &1 &2 is an original text," typically occurs in the context of document processing, particularly when dealing with text elements in SAP documents such as purchase orders, sales orders, or other transactional documents.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to insert a new line or text entry in a section of the document that is already designated as "original text." In SAP, original texts are often protected from modification to maintain the integrity of the document. This can happen in scenarios where:
  
  You are trying to add a new line in a text area that is already filled with original text.
  The system is configured to prevent changes to certain text types or sections.
  There may be restrictions based on user roles or document status.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DS572 error, you can consider the following approaches:
  
  
  Check Text Types: Review the text types in