How To Fix /SMB/CONT_RESTRUCT202 - For ID &1 of restructuring type &2 reference change is not allowed

/SMB/CONT_RESTRUCT202 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/CONT_RESTRUCT -

• Message number: 202

• Message text: For ID &1 of restructuring type &2 reference change is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/CONT_RESTRUCT202 - For ID &1 of restructuring type &2 reference change is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/CONT_RESTRUCT202 typically indicates that there is an issue with a restructuring operation in the context of the SAP Business ByDesign or SAP S/4HANA systems. This error specifically states that for a given ID and restructuring type, a reference change is not allowed.
  
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Invalid Restructuring Type: The restructuring type specified may not allow for changes to the reference ID.
  Data Integrity Constraints: There may be data integrity rules in place that prevent changes to certain records once they have been established.
  Locked Records: The record you are trying to change may be locked by another process or user.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict changes to certain types of restructuring.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Restructuring Type: Verify that the restructuring type you are using allows for reference changes. Consult the documentation or