How To Fix PFO1003 - Change of settings for client &1 not permitted

PFO1003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFO1 - Messages for Portfolio Assignment

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Change of settings for client &1 not permitted

What causes this issue?

The settings for client &V1& do not permit any changes to existing
object types or creation of new ones. Object types can only be changed
in clients where the following conditions apply:
The role <ZK>Test</>, <ZK>Customizing </>or <ZK>Demo </>has been
defined.
Changing or creating client-dependent Customizing is permitted and
automatic recording is activated.
Changing or creating client-independent objects (Customizing and
Repository) is permitted.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFO1003 - Change of settings for client &1 not permitted ?

  The SAP error message PFO1003, which states "Change of settings for client &1 not permitted," typically occurs when there is an attempt to modify client-specific settings in a client where such changes are restricted. This is often related to the configuration of the SAP system and the authorization settings for the user attempting to make the changes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Client Settings: The client in question may be set to a mode that restricts changes, such as being in a production environment where changes are not allowed.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the client settings.
  System Configuration: Certain system configurations may prevent changes to specific settings in a client, especially in clients designated for production or testing.
  Transport Layer: If the changes are related to transport requests, the transport layer may not allow changes in the specified client.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Client Settings: Verify the settings of the client. If it