How To Fix /SMB/SBA1028 - Can not maintain mapped field

/SMB/SBA1028 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/SBA1 -

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Can not maintain mapped field

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/SBA1028 - Can not maintain mapped field ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/SBA1028 Can not maintain mapped field typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Application Studio or when working with SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) applications. This error indicates that there is an issue with maintaining a mapped field in a specific context, often related to data mapping or configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Field Mapping Issues: The field you are trying to maintain may not be correctly mapped in the system. This could be due to incorrect configuration or missing mappings in the relevant data model.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to maintain the field in question.
  Data Model Constraints: The field may be part of a data model that has constraints preventing changes, such as being read-only or locked for editing.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as bugs in the application or inconsistencies in the database.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Field Mapping: Review the field mappings in