How To Fix SMYO008 - The folder cannot be moved to the selected folder


SMYO008 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: SMYO - Messages for MyObjects

  • Message number: 008

  • Message text: The folder cannot be moved to the selected folder

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  • What causes this issue?

    The target folder that you want to insert the folder in is a standard
    folder. You cannot assign any folders as subordinate to standard
    folders.
    Your system administration assigns standard folders to you.

    System Response

    The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

    How to fix this error?

    You can assign the folder as subordinate to a folder that you have
    created yourself.

    Procedure for System Administrators


    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


SMYO008 - Details

  • The SAP error message SMYO008, which states "The folder cannot be moved to the selected folder," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow or SAP Business Objects when attempting to move a folder or object within the system. This error can arise due to several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
    Causes:
    
    Insufficient Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to move the folder to the selected destination.
    Folder Structure Restrictions: The destination folder may have restrictions that prevent certain types of folders or objects from being moved into it.
    Folder Locking: The folder you are trying to move may be locked or in use by another process or user.
    Invalid Destination: The selected destination may not be a valid folder for the type of object you are trying to move.
    System 
    Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict moving folders. Solutions: Check

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