How To Fix RSL_UI109 - Query &1 cannot be changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSL_UI -

• Message number: 109

• Message text: Query &1 cannot be changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSL_UI109 - Query &1 cannot be changed ?

  The SAP error message RSL_UI109, which states "Query &1 cannot be changed," typically occurs in the context of SAP Query or SAP Business Warehouse (BW) when a user attempts to modify a query that is either locked, not authorized for editing, or in a state that does not allow changes.
  Causes:
  
  Query Locking: The query may be locked by another user or process, preventing any modifications.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change the query.
  Query Status: The query might be in a status that does not allow changes (e.g., it could be a standard query or a query that is part of a transport request).
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues or bugs in the SAP system that are causing the error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Query Lock:
  
  Verify if the query is locked by another user. You can check this in transaction SM12 (Lock Entries) to see if there are any locks on the query.
  If it is locked, you may need to wait for the other user to release the lock or contact them to do so.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to edit the query. You can check your roles and authorizations in transaction SU53 after attempting to change the query.
  If you lack the necessary permissions, contact your SAP security administrator to request the appropriate access.
  
  
  
  Check Query Status:
  
  Ensure that the query is not a standard query or part of a transport request that restricts changes. If it is, you may need to create a copy of the query to make modifications.
  
  
  
  Technical Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team. They can check for any underlying system issues or bugs that may be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using, as there may be known issues or patches available.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SQ01 (SAP Query) - To manage queries.
  SQ02 (InfoSet) - To manage InfoSets.
  SM12 (Lock Entries) - To check for locks.
  SU53 (Authorization Check) - To check authorization issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.