How To Fix SMT_UTILITIES009 - Mapping &1 cannot be modified in extension mode

SMT_UTILITIES009 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMT_UTILITIES - Utilities message

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Mapping &1 cannot be modified in extension mode

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SMT_UTILITIES009 - Details

• The SAP error message SMT_UTILITIES009 indicates that a mapping (specifically, a transformation mapping) cannot be modified in extension mode. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Data Services or SAP Landscape Transformation (SLT) when you are trying to make changes to a mapping that is currently in a state that does not allow modifications.
  
  Cause:
  
  Extension Mode: The mapping is in extension mode, which means it is intended for use in a specific context where modifications are restricted. This is often the case when the mapping is being used in a production environment or is locked for certain operations.
  Locking Mechanism: The mapping may be locked by another user or process, preventing any changes from being made.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations or settings in the SAP system may restrict modifications to mappings in specific scenarios.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Lock Status: Verify if the mapping is locked by another user or process. You can do this by