How To Fix ESH_IEF_MSG062 - Software component &1 can only be edited in client &2


ESH_IEF_MSG062 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: ESH_IEF_MSG - Import/Export Framework

  • Message number: 062

  • Message text: Software component &1 can only be edited in client &2

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  • What causes this issue?

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

    System Response

    It is not possible to maintain software component &v1& in the current
    client as the software component has a transport registration for client
    &v2&.

    How to fix this error?

    Switch to client &v2& to maintain software component &v1&.

    Procedure for System Administrators


    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_IEF_MSG062 - Software component &1 can only be edited in client &2 ?
    The SAP error message ESH_IEF_MSG062 indicates that a specific software component (denoted as &1) can only be edited in a particular client (denoted as &2). This error typically arises in the context of SAP systems where certain configurations or components are restricted to specific clients for security, integrity, or organizational reasons.
    
    Cause: Client-Specific Configuration: In SAP, clients are separate environments within the same system. Some software components or configurations are designed to be maintained only in a specific client to prevent unauthorized changes or to maintain consistency. Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to edit the software component in the current client. Transport Layer Restrictions: The component may be part of a transport layer that restricts editing to a specific client.
    Solution: Switch to the Correct Client: If you have access to the client specified in the error message (&2), log in to that client and attempt to make the necessary changes

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