How To Fix TR046 - Software component &1 of package &2 is not modifiable

TR046 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TR - Change and Transport System

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Software component &1 of package &2 is not modifiable

What causes this issue?

The package &V2& is assigned to the software component &V1&.
This software component is not modifiable in this SAP System.
This means that you cannot reassign objects from or to this package.

System Response

The function terminates.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Check whether you can modify the software component &V1& in this SAP
System.
You can set the modifiability of software components in the
<DS:TRAN.SE03>Transport Organizer Tools</> under <LS>Administration</>
-> <LS>Set System Change Option</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TR046 - Software component &1 of package &2 is not modifiable ?

  The SAP error message TR046 indicates that a software component of a package is not modifiable. This typically occurs when you attempt to make changes to a software component or package that is locked or not in a modifiable state. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Transport Layer Settings: The transport layer for the package may be set to a non-modifiable state. This can happen if the package is part of a standard SAP delivery or if it has been locked for transport.
  Package Attributes: The package may have been defined as a "non-modifiable" package in the system settings.
  Transport Request Status: The transport request associated with the package may be in a status that does not allow modifications (e.g., released).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to modify the package or its components.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Transport Layer: Verify the transport layer settings for the package. If