How To Fix /SAPAPO/SDP_UPLOAD028 - Data transfer is not possible in display mode

/SAPAPO/SDP_UPLOAD028 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SDP_UPLOAD -

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Data transfer is not possible in display mode

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SDP_UPLOAD028 - Data transfer is not possible in display mode ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SDP_UPLOAD028 indicates that data transfer is not possible because the system is currently in display mode. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, particularly when trying to upload or transfer data while the system is not in a mode that allows for data modifications.
  
  Cause:
  
  Display Mode: The most common cause of this error is that the user is trying to perform a data upload or transfer while the system is in display mode. In display mode, users can view data but cannot make changes or upload new data.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform data uploads or modifications.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to restrict data uploads during certain times or under certain conditions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Switch to Change Mode: Ensure that you are in change mode rather than display mode. You can typically switch modes