How To Fix GS086 - Field name for set cannot be changed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GS - Sets

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Field name for set cannot be changed.

What causes this issue?

You tried to change the field name and/or the table name for set &V1&.
However, the <DS:DE.SETDTEL_D>representative data element</> of the new
field is different to that of the old field, for which reason you
cannot make this change.

System Response

The set cannot be changed.

How to fix this error?

To make this change, enter a field with the same
<DS:DE.SETDTEL_D>representative data element</> as the set's existing
field.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GS086 - Field name for set cannot be changed. ?

  The SAP error message GS086 ("Field name for set cannot be changed") typically occurs when there is an attempt to modify the field name of a set that has already been defined in the system. This error is related to the use of sets in SAP, which are used to group together certain values for reporting or selection purposes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Modification Attempt: The error is triggered when a user tries to change the field name of a set that is already in use or has been defined in the system.
  System Restrictions: SAP has built-in restrictions to maintain data integrity and consistency, preventing changes to certain attributes of sets once they are created.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Set Definition: Review the set definition to ensure that you are not trying to change a field name that is already established. If you need to change the field name, you may need to create a new set instead.
  Create a