How To Fix /UI5/DESCRIPTOR_MERG001 - Change type &1 is only allowed in app confis

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI5/DESCRIPTOR_MERG -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Change type &1 is only allowed in app confis

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI5/DESCRIPTOR_MERG001 - Change type &1 is only allowed in app confis ?

  The SAP error message /UI5/DESCRIPTOR_MERG001 Change type &1 is only allowed in app confis typically occurs in the context of SAP Fiori applications when there is an issue with the configuration of the application descriptor files (manifest.json) or when trying to make changes that are not permitted in the current context.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Change Type: The error indicates that a specific change type (denoted by &1) is being attempted in a context where it is not allowed. This usually happens when trying to modify certain properties or settings in the application descriptor that are restricted to specific configurations or environments.
  Incorrect Configuration: The application might be trying to apply changes that are only valid in the application configuration (app confis) but are being attempted in a different context, such as a transport request or a different environment.
  Versioning Issues: There may be discrepancies between the versions of the application or the underlying libraries that