How To Fix E2170 - Changes in the area of the expanded fields are not permitted

E2170 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E2 - DE Data Dictionary

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Changes in the area of the expanded fields are not permitted

What causes this issue?

You tried to make a change in the area of the expanded fields of an
include or of a type reference, e.g. you tried to delete a field of
this include or type or to insert a field.
This is not allowed.

System Response

The change cannot be made.

How to fix this error?

If you want to change the include or referenced type, you must go to
the maintenance screen for the corresponding type. All changes made
there are automatically made in all the structures or tables that use
this type.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E2170 - Changes in the area of the expanded fields are not permitted ?

  The SAP error message E2170, "Changes in the area of the expanded fields are not permitted," typically occurs when there is an attempt to modify fields that are part of an expanded structure in a data record. This can happen in various contexts, such as during data entry, updates, or when working with certain transactions or reports.
  
  Cause:
  
  Expanded Fields: The error is often related to the use of structures that have been expanded to include additional fields. In SAP, certain data structures are defined in a way that restricts changes to specific areas to maintain data integrity.
  Data Integrity Rules: The system enforces rules to prevent changes in areas that could lead to inconsistencies or corruption of data.
  Field Status: The field may be set to "display only" or "not editable" in the context you are working in.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Status: Verify the field status in the transaction or program you are using. If