How To Fix MC796 - Mode flag 'V' could not be set in runtime object

MC796 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MC - Aggregate: views, matchcodes, lock objects

• Message number: 796

• Message text: Mode flag 'V' could not be set in runtime object

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MC796 - Mode flag 'V' could not be set in runtime object ?

  The SAP error message MC796, which states "Mode flag 'V' could not be set in runtime object," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Material Management (MM) or Production Planning (PP) modules, particularly when dealing with the configuration of certain runtime objects or during the execution of specific transactions.
  
  Cause:
  The error is generally caused by one of the following issues:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The runtime object may not be properly configured, or there may be inconsistencies in the settings related to the mode flags.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to set the mode flag 'V'.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  System Bugs: Occasionally, this error can be triggered by bugs in the SAP system or specific versions of the software.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MC796 error, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings related