How To Fix /IWBEP/SBUI025 - Action not possible in read-only mode

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/SBUI -

• Message number: 025

• Message text: Action not possible in read-only mode

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/SBUI025 - Action not possible in read-only mode ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/SBUI025 Action not possible in read-only mode typically occurs in the context of SAP Fiori applications or OData services when a user attempts to perform an action that modifies data (such as create, update, or delete) while the application is in read-only mode. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  Read-Only Configuration: The application or OData service may be configured to operate in read-only mode. This can be intentional for certain applications where data modification is not allowed.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform write operations. This could be due to role assignments or authorization issues.
  Service Restrictions: The OData service might be designed to expose only read operations, and any attempt to perform a write operation will trigger this error.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues or bugs in the application or service that inadvertently set it to read-only mode.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the OData service and the Fiori application to ensure that it is not set to read-only mode. This may involve checking the service definition in the SAP Gateway.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Verify that the user has the appropriate roles and authorizations to perform the desired action. This can be done through transaction codes like PFCG (Role Maintenance) to check role assignments.
  Service Implementation: If you are a developer or have access to the backend, check the implementation of the OData service to ensure that it supports the required operations (create, update, delete).
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific Fiori application or OData service to understand its intended functionality and limitations.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Fiori: A user experience (UX) design approach that provides a set of applications for common business functions.
  OData Services: A protocol used to create and consume RESTful APIs, often used in SAP environments for data exchange.
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, these are used to control access to various functions and data based on user roles.
  
  By addressing the above points, you should be able to resolve the error message and enable the desired actions in your SAP application.