How To Fix /SMB/CHECK_FRAMEWORK020 - Changes to repository and cross-client customizing are allowed

/SMB/CHECK_FRAMEWORK020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/CHECK_FRAMEWORK -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Changes to repository and cross-client customizing are allowed

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

/SMB/CHECK_FRAMEWORK020 - Details

• The SAP error message /SMB/CHECK_FRAMEWORK020 indicates that changes to the repository and cross-client customizing are allowed, which typically means that the system is in a state where it permits modifications that could affect multiple clients. This message is often encountered in the context of SAP systems that are configured for client-server architecture, where changes can have broader implications.
  
  Cause:
  
  Client Settings: The system is configured in a way that allows changes to be made across clients. This could be due to the client being in a development or testing environment where such changes are permissible.
  Transport Layer: The transport layer settings may allow for changes to be transported across clients, which can lead to this message being triggered.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes, leading to a warning that changes are allowed but not permitted for the user.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Client Settings: Verify the client settings to ensure that