How To Fix FDT_DEPLOYMENT021 - Deployment into development client is not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_DEPLOYMENT - Messages for deployment

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Deployment into development client is not permitted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_DEPLOYMENT021 - Deployment into development client is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message FDT_DEPLOYMENT021 indicates that there is an attempt to deploy a configuration or development object into a development client, which is not permitted. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Fiori or SAP UI5 applications, where certain deployment actions are restricted based on the client type.
  
  Cause:
  
  Client Type Restrictions: The error usually arises because the system is configured to prevent deployments into development clients. This is a common practice to ensure that development objects are only deployed into quality assurance (QA) or production environments after proper testing.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the deployment in the development client.
  Configuration Settings: The system may have specific settings that restrict certain actions in the development client.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Client Type: Verify that you are not trying to deploy into a development client. If you need to deploy, switch to a QA or production client.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure