How To Fix O3849 - BAdI: You are not allowed to change the field content of &

O3849 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O3 - IS-Oil: HPM messages (goods movements, QCI, deliveries)

• Message number: 849

• Message text: BAdI: You are not allowed to change the field content of &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O3849 - BAdI: You are not allowed to change the field content of & ?

  The SAP error message O3849 indicates that you are trying to change a field's content in a Business Add-In (BAdI) where such changes are not permitted. This typically occurs in the context of enhancing standard SAP functionality, where certain fields are protected from modification to maintain data integrity and consistency.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Protection: The field you are trying to modify is protected by the BAdI implementation. This is often done to prevent unintended changes to critical data.
  BAdI Implementation: The specific BAdI implementation you are working with may have been designed to restrict changes to certain fields.
  Business Logic: The business logic defined in the BAdI may dictate that the field should remain unchanged under certain conditions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review BAdI Implementation: Check the implementation of the BAdI to understand the logic that restricts changes to the field. You may need to adjust your implementation or logic accordingly.
  Consult Documentation: Look for any documentation related to the BAdI