How To Fix /IWXBE/CM_CORE_DT002 - Description is not changeable; (Type: &1, Repo: &2, ID: &3, Vers.: &4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWXBE/CM_CORE_DT -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Description is not changeable; (Type: &1, Repo: &2, ID: &3, Vers.: &4)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWXBE/CM_CORE_DT002 - Description is not changeable; (Type: &1, Repo: &2, ID: &3, Vers.: &4) ?

  The SAP error message /IWXBE/CM_CORE_DT002 indicates that a description for a specific object (like a document, item, or other entity) is not changeable. This can occur in various contexts, such as when working with SAP's Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) or other modules that involve data management.
  Cause:
  The error message typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Object Status: The object you are trying to modify may be in a status that does not allow changes. For example, it could be locked or in a completed state.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to change the description of the object.
  Data Consistency: The system may have rules in place to maintain data integrity, preventing changes to certain fields once they have been set.
  Versioning: The object may have multiple versions, and the version you are trying to modify may be locked or not editable.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Object Status: Verify the status of the object you are trying to change. If it is locked or in a completed state, you may need to unlock it or change its status before making modifications.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to modify the object. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator to check your permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the relevant SAP documentation or configuration settings to understand the rules governing the object you are trying to modify. This may provide insights into why the description is not changeable.
  
  
  Use a Different Version: If the object has multiple versions, check if you can modify a different version that is not locked.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to check the status of the object or to modify it (e.g., SE11 for data dictionary, SE80 for object navigator).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.