How To Fix RA303 - SAP monitor sets cannot be modified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RA - Monitoring structure dialog message

• Message number: 303

• Message text: SAP monitor sets cannot be modified

What causes this issue?

You cannot make changes to the SAP CCMS Monitor Templates or SAP CCMS
Technical Expert Monitors. You can only copy these templates and then
make changes to them.

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?

Either choose a different monitor, or copy one of the SAP CCMS Monitor
Templates or SAP CCMS Technical Expert Monitors to your monitor set.
You can then make changes to the monitor that you have copied.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RA303 - SAP monitor sets cannot be modified ?

  The SAP error message RA303, which states "SAP monitor sets cannot be modified," typically occurs when there is an attempt to change or modify a monitor set in the SAP system that is not allowed. This can happen for various reasons, including system restrictions or configuration settings.
  Cause:
  
  System Restrictions: Certain monitor sets are predefined by SAP and are not meant to be modified. This is often the case with standard monitor sets that are part of the SAP standard delivery.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to modify the monitor sets.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured in a way that restricts modifications to monitor sets, especially in production environments.
  Transport Layer: If the monitor set is part of a transport request that has been released, modifications may be restricted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to modify the monitor set has the necessary authorizations. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Use Custom Monitor Sets: If you need to modify a monitor set, consider creating a custom monitor set instead of modifying the standard one. This allows you to tailor the monitoring to your needs without violating system restrictions.
  Review Configuration: Check the system configuration to see if there are any settings that prevent modifications to monitor sets. This may require consulting with your SAP Basis or system administration team.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific monitor set you are trying to modify. There may be specific guidelines or restrictions outlined by SAP.
  Contact SAP Support: If you believe that the error is occurring inappropriately or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to SAP support for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RZ20 (for monitoring) and RZ21 (for creating monitor sets) to manage monitoring in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  System Version: Ensure that you are aware of the version of SAP you are using, as behavior may vary between versions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the RA303 error and understand the limitations regarding modifications to SAP monitor sets.