How To Fix F2553 - Communication type &1 is not modifiable

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F2 - Master Data Maintenance: Customer, Vendor

• Message number: 553

• Message text: Communication type &1 is not modifiable

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F2553 - Communication type &1 is not modifiable ?

  The SAP error message F2553, which states "Communication type &1 is not modifiable," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or when dealing with communication types in the SAP system. This error indicates that the specific communication type you are trying to modify is not allowed to be changed due to certain restrictions or settings in the system.
  Causes:
  
  System Configuration: The communication type may be configured in such a way that it is set as non-modifiable in the system settings.
  Data Locking: The data you are trying to modify might be locked by another user or process, preventing changes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to modify the communication type.
  Business Logic: Certain business rules or logic may prevent modifications to specific communication types based on the status of the transaction or document.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the communication type in the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO). Ensure that the communication type is set to be modifiable if that is the intended behavior.
  Unlock Data: If the data is locked, check for any active sessions or processes that may be holding the lock. You can use transaction SM12 to view and manage locks.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to modify the communication type. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Consult Documentation: Review any related documentation or business process guidelines that may explain why the communication type is not modifiable.
  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 any known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), SM12 (Lock Entries), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error F2553 in the SAP Support Portal for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation on communication types and their configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.