How To Fix RMINT405 - Indicator '&1' cannot be changed with method 'HEADER_UPDATE'

RMINT405 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMINT - Messages for Internal Access Layer Recipe

• Message number: 405

• Message text: Indicator '&1' cannot be changed with method 'HEADER_UPDATE'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RMINT405 - Indicator '&1' cannot be changed with method 'HEADER_UPDATE' ?

  The SAP error message RMINT405 indicates that there is an attempt to change an indicator (in this case, represented by &1) using the method HEADER_UPDATE, but this operation is not allowed. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Inventory Management or Material Management modules, where certain indicators are protected from being changed through specific methods.
  
  Cause:
  
  Indicator Restrictions: The indicator you are trying to change may be defined as non-changeable in the context of the operation you are performing. This could be due to business rules or system configurations that prevent modifications to certain fields once they are set.
  Incorrect Method Usage: The method HEADER_UPDATE may not be the appropriate method for changing the specific indicator you are targeting. Different indicators may require different methods for updates.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules, and certain indicators may be locked to prevent inconsistencies in the data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Indicator Configuration: Review the configuration of