How To Fix SLS_LO_OIF202 - Field &1 is always read-only but maps to display type &2 (&3)

SLS_LO_OIF202 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SLS_LO_OIF - Messages for FPM LORD UI

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Field &1 is always read-only but maps to display type &2 (&3)

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SLS_LO_OIF202 - Details

• The SAP error message SLS_LO_OIF202 indicates that a specific field in the SAP system is set to be read-only, but there is an attempt to modify or interact with it in a way that is not allowed. This message typically arises in the context of SAP's Object Information Framework (OIF) or when dealing with certain data models in SAP applications.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Configuration: The field in question is configured as read-only in the data model or screen configuration. This means that the field is not intended to be edited by users.
  Display Type Mismatch: The error message indicates that the field is mapped to a display type that does not allow for editing. This could be due to the field being part of a display-only view or a specific context where editing is not permitted.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to edit the field, leading to it being