How To Fix R8415 - This action cannot be carried out in display mode

R8415 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R8 - Messages from the meta data generation

• Message number: 415

• Message text: This action cannot be carried out in display mode

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R8415 - This action cannot be carried out in display mode ?

  The SAP error message R8415, "This action cannot be carried out in display mode," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action that requires edit or change permissions while in display mode. This can happen in various SAP transactions where certain functionalities are restricted to users who have the appropriate authorization to make changes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Display Mode: The user is currently in display mode, which restricts any changes or actions that modify data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action, even if they are in the correct mode.
  Transaction Settings: Some transactions are designed to be used in either display or change mode, and the system is enforcing these rules.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Switch to Change Mode: If you need to perform an action that modifies data, switch from display mode to change mode. This can usually be done by selecting the appropriate option in the SAP GUI (e.g.,