How To Fix EPS540 - The change you want to make is not permitted (&1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPS - Payment Scheme

• Message number: 540

• Message text: The change you want to make is not permitted (&1)

What causes this issue?

In its present state, the payment scheme did not pass the
customer-specific, final check defined at &V1&.

System Response

If you are in change mode, you will not be able to save the changes that
you have made to the payment scheme.
If you are in creation mode, you will not be able to save the new
payment scheme
If you are working online, you can correct your entries in both cases
and save the changes or the new payment scheme.

How to fix this error?

Contact the agent responsible for these checks in your company.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPS540 - The change you want to make is not permitted (&1) ?

  The SAP error message EPS540 ("The change you want to make is not permitted (&1)") typically occurs when a user attempts to make a change to a document or object in SAP that is restricted due to various reasons. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make the change. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in the user's profile.
  
  
  Document Status: The document or object may be in a status that does not allow changes. For example, it could be locked, completed, or in a state that prohibits modifications.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the system may restrict changes to specific fields or objects based on business rules.
  
  
  Object Locking: The object may be locked by another user or process, preventing any changes until it is released.
  
  
  Custom Code or Enhancements: Custom developments or enhancements in the SAP system may impose additional restrictions on changes.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action. This can be done by checking the user's roles and permissions in transaction SU01 or SU53 (to analyze authorization issues).
  
  
  Review Document Status: Check the status of the document or object you are trying to change. If it is locked or completed, you may need to unlock it or change its status before making modifications.
  
  
  Consult Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings related to the object you are trying to change. This may involve checking transaction codes related to the specific module (e.g., MM, SD, etc.) to see if there are restrictions in place.
  
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check if the object is locked by another user. If it is, you may need to wait for the lock to be released or contact the user who has the lock.
  
  
  Review Custom Code: If there are custom developments in place, consult with your ABAP developers to see if there are any restrictions coded into the program that could be causing the error.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), SU53 (Authorization Check), SM12 (Lock Entries), and others that may help in diagnosing the issue.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to EPS540 for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand any restrictions or configurations that may apply.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EPS540 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.