How To Fix KB469 - Layout can only be partly changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KB - Controlling: Reporting

• Message number: 469

• Message text: Layout can only be partly changed

What causes this issue?

When you started the report, you specified that only the fields of the
display variant should be read. As a result, the report can be
generated faster.

System Response

Only the fields that were read are available for changing the display
variant.

How to fix this error?

If you want to show fields which are currently not displayed, restart
the report without selecting "Only read variant fields".

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KB469 - Layout can only be partly changed ?

  The SAP error message KB469 ("Layout can only be partly changed") typically occurs in the context of SAP's reporting tools, particularly when working with layouts in the SAP List Viewer (ALV) or similar reporting formats. This error indicates that there are limitations on how much of the layout can be modified based on the current settings or configurations.
  Causes:
  
  Layout Restrictions: The layout you are trying to modify may have certain restrictions that prevent full changes. This can happen if the layout is locked or if it is a standard layout that cannot be fully customized.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make certain changes to the layout.
  Technical Limitations: There may be technical limitations in the system that restrict the extent of changes that can be made to the layout.
  Inconsistent Data: If the data being displayed is inconsistent or if there are issues with the underlying data structure,