How To Fix /ISDFPS/FDPFA043 - This operation is not possible for the type of objects selected

/ISDFPS/FDPFA043 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/FDPFA -

• Message number: 043

• Message text: This operation is not possible for the type of objects selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/FDPFA043 - This operation is not possible for the type of objects selected ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/FDPFA043: This operation is not possible for the type of objects selected typically occurs in the context of SAP's Data Management or Data Quality tools, particularly when dealing with specific object types that do not support the operation you are trying to perform.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Incompatible Object Types: The error usually arises when you attempt to perform an operation (like delete, modify, or process) on an object type that does not support that operation. For example, you might be trying to apply a function to a master data object when the function is only applicable to transactional data.
  
  
  Selection of Multiple Object Types: If you have selected multiple objects of different types, and the operation is not valid for one or more of those types, this error can occur.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the operation may not be allowed due to insufficient authorizations for the selected object types.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Object Types: Review the