How To Fix FR045 - Text cannot be changed.

FR045 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FR - Messages for FI Reporting

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Text cannot be changed.

What causes this issue?

You wanted to change a text. This function, however, could not be
executed.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

This is an internal program error. If it occurs again, contact your
system administrator.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FR045 - Text cannot be changed. ?

  The SAP error message FR045, which states "Text cannot be changed," typically occurs when a user attempts to modify a text field in a document or transaction where the text is locked or not editable. This can happen in various contexts, such as during the processing of invoices, purchase orders, or other documents that contain text fields.
  Causes:
  
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow changes. For example, if the document is already posted or finalized, the text fields may be locked.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to edit the text in the document.
  Field Attributes: The text field may be defined as non-editable in the configuration settings of the SAP system.
  Technical Restrictions: Certain SAP modules or transactions may have built-in restrictions that prevent changes to specific text fields after certain actions have been taken.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document.