How To Fix IM146 - The view is only changeable if a reference object has not been assigned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IM - Maintenance notifications

• Message number: 146

• Message text: The view is only changeable if a reference object has not been assigned

What causes this issue?

You tried to change the view of <DS:GLOS.Reference Object>Reference
Objects</>. However, this is not allowed as a reference object already
exists.

System Response

INCLUDE NO-FUNCTION OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE DE

How to fix this error?

You can only change the view of the reference object, if <zh> no
</> reference object exists.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IM146 - The view is only changeable if a reference object has not been assigned ?

  The SAP error message IM146 ("The view is only changeable if a reference object has not been assigned") typically occurs in the context of managing views in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with master data or configuration settings. This error indicates that you are trying to make changes to a view that is linked to a reference object, which restricts modifications.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You attempt to change a view that is already associated with a reference object (like a material, vendor, or customer).
  The system is designed to prevent changes to ensure data integrity and consistency, as the reference object may have dependencies or relationships that could be affected by the change.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Reference Objects: Identify the reference object that is currently assigned to the view. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the appropriate report to