How To Fix EHSBM_GENERAL201 - Key &1 was changed; this is not permitted

EHSBM_GENERAL201 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHSBM_GENERAL - General Messages for the Development Class

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Key &1 was changed; this is not permitted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHSBM_GENERAL201 - Key &1 was changed; this is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message EHSBM_GENERAL201 with the description "Key &1 was changed; this is not permitted" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, particularly when dealing with data integrity and consistency checks.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when there is an attempt to modify a key field (such as a unique identifier) that is not allowed to be changed after it has been set. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  
  Data Integrity Violation: The system is designed to prevent changes to certain key fields to maintain data integrity. If a user tries to change a key field that is already in use or has dependencies, the system will throw this error.
  
  
  Locked Records: The record may be locked by another user or process, preventing changes to its key fields.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the EHS module that restrict changes to certain fields.
  
  
  
  Solution:
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