How To Fix SV181 - Read access only

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SV - View Maintenance: Customize Messages

• Message number: 181

• Message text: Read access only

What causes this issue?

The table/view is locked for manual changes in this system by
Customizing Distribution.

System Response

The data is display only.

How to fix this error?

You can only make changes in system &V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

If the necessity for the change is specified, contact the system
administrator.
The system administrator checks which of the two options named below is
the cause of the lock. To do this, you must log on to the SAP Solution
Manager system.
The system determined above is the source system of an acttive
Customizing distribution with editor lock in the target system
(transaction SCDT_SETUP). You can now make Customizing changes for the
selected table / view only in source system &V1&.
The system &V1& determined above is the central system (that is, the SAP
Solution Manager system) of a local lock. The selected table / view was
explicitly protected against Customizing changes in this client. You can
only make Customizing changes by removing the lock (transaction
SCDT_LOCK) or by the user-specific local assignment of the authorization
for S_TABU_DIS with activity BD.
Decide with your system administrator which solution is the right one
for you.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SV181 - Read access only ?

  The SAP error message SV181 "Read access only" typically occurs when a user attempts to modify data in a transaction or program where they only have read access. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when working with certain tables, reports, or transactions that are configured to allow only read operations for specific user roles or authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the necessary authorization to perform write operations on the object or data they are trying to access.
  Data Locking: The data might be locked by another user or process, preventing modifications.
  Configuration Settings: The transaction or program may be configured to allow only read access for certain users or roles.
  Transaction Type: The transaction being used may inherently be designed for read-only access.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to perform write operations on the relevant objects.
  Use transaction code SU53 to check for authorization failures after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the transaction or program to see if it is set to allow write access. This may require assistance from a system administrator or someone with configuration access.
  
  
  
  Data Locking:
  
  If the data is locked, identify the user or process that has locked the data. You can use transaction code SM12 to view and manage locks.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the documentation for the specific transaction or program to understand its intended use and any restrictions on data access.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or system administrator for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Check authorization failures.
  SM12: View and manage locks.
  PFCG: Role maintenance to check and modify user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations for the actions they are trying to perform.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the specific transaction or program you are working with.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the SV181 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.