How To Fix SBEIF050 - You cannot read names in mode &1 only

SBEIF050 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SBEIF - Repository API Business Navigator

• Message number: 050

• Message text: You cannot read names in mode &1 only

What causes this issue?

You chose mode <(>&<)>1 and parameter NAMES_ONLY.

System Response

Action refused.

How to fix this error?

You should only use mode <(>&<)>1 to read complete objects because you
must write back complete objects later.
Use mode SHOW or deselect NAMES_ONLY.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SBEIF050 - You cannot read names in mode &1 only ?

  The SAP error message SBEIF050 indicates that there is an issue with reading names in a specific mode. The message typically appears in the context of SAP Business Workflow or when dealing with business objects and their associated names.
  
  Cause:
  The error message "You cannot read names in mode &1 only" suggests that the system is trying to access or read names in a mode that does not allow it. The mode indicated by &1 could refer to a specific operational mode (e.g., display, edit, etc.) that is not compatible with the action being performed.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Incorrect Mode: The system is in a mode that does not support reading names.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to read names in the specified mode.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the workflow or business object settings that restricts access to names.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be issues with the