How To Fix FRMLDLG358 - You are not allowed to change the component type of &1 item &2

FRMLDLG358 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FRMLDLG - RMS-FRM: Dialog Messages for Formula

• Message number: 358

• Message text: You are not allowed to change the component type of &1 item &2

What causes this issue?

You have changed the component type of a leading item.

System Response

The item has alternative items assigned to it in which either a material
or a substance has been entered. Therefore, you are not permitted to
change the component type of the leading item.

How to fix this error?

First enter the missing data in the appropriate field in the relevant
alternative items.

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.

FRMLDLG358 - Details

• The SAP error message FRMLDLG358 indicates that you are attempting to change the component type of a specific item in a bill of materials (BOM) or a similar structure, but the system is preventing this action due to restrictions in place. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to change the component type of the specified item.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to restrict changes to certain component types to maintain data integrity.
  Item Status: The item may be in a status that does not allow changes (e.g., it could be locked or in use).
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or relationships with other components that prevent changing the type.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to make changes to the component type. This can be done by reviewing user roles and permissions in the