How To Fix J5163 - Display only; maintain the text in the data structure; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J5 - External Data Transfer

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Display only; maintain the text in the data structure; see long text

What causes this issue?

The text for the analysis structure is the same as the text for the
corresponding characteristic structure. The text is maintained together
with the characteristic structure. You therefore cannot maintain the
text here.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If you want to change the text for the analysis structure, choose Data
structures -> Change and enter the text in the header of the
characteristic structure. Then activate the structure.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J5163 - Display only; maintain the text in the data structure; see long text ?

  The SAP error message J5163 typically indicates that you are trying to modify a field or data element that is set to "display only" in the system. This means that the field is not editable, and you can only view the information it contains. The message suggests that you should maintain the text in the data structure, which implies that the underlying data structure or configuration needs to be adjusted if you want to change the text or information associated with that field.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Configuration: The field you are trying to edit is configured as "display only" in the SAP system. This is often done for fields that should not be changed by users to maintain data integrity.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary permissions to edit certain fields, leading to this error.
  Data Structure Settings: The data structure or the specific configuration for the field may be set