How To Fix UE221 - Object &1 belongs to &2; changes are modifications

UE221 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UE - Messages in the user and authorizations environment

• Message number: 221

• Message text: Object &1 belongs to &2; changes are modifications

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UE221 - Object &1 belongs to &2; changes are modifications ?

  The SAP error message UE221 indicates that you are trying to make changes to an object that is classified as a modification rather than a custom object. This typically occurs in the context of SAP transport management and development environments, where certain objects are locked or restricted from being modified due to their classification.
  
  Cause:
  The error message "UE221 Object &1 belongs to &2; changes are modifications" usually arises in the following scenarios:
  
  
  Modification of Standard Objects: You are attempting to change a standard SAP object (like a standard program, function module, or table) that is not intended to be modified directly. SAP objects are often protected to ensure system integrity and upgrade compatibility.
  
  
  Transport Layer Issues: The object you are trying to modify may belong to a different transport layer or client, which restricts changes.
  
  
  Development Class Issues: The object may belong to a development class that does not allow modifications or is not