How To Fix M2221 - You are writing in the actual data

M2221 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M2 - LIS: Generating and updating info structures

• Message number: 221

• Message text: You are writing in the actual data

What causes this issue?

Version '000' contains the data updated in dialog mode. This data is
overwritten when statistics are set up.

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?

You can write a version that begins with '&(' and then copy it using
version '000' once the statistics setup process is completed.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M2221 - You are writing in the actual data ?

  The SAP error message M2221, which states "You are writing in the actual data," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material management when a user attempts to make changes to actual data that should not be modified. This error is a safeguard to prevent unintentional alterations to critical data that could affect financial reporting and inventory accuracy.
  
  Cause:
  
  Attempting to Change Actual Data: The most common cause of this error is that a user is trying to modify actual stock levels, financial postings, or other data that is considered finalized or posted.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to make changes to the actual data.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the SAP system may restrict changes to actual data to maintain data integrity.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Permissions: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to make changes. If not, contact your SAP administrator to request the necessary access.
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