How To Fix /UI5/DESCRIPTOR_MERG008 - Change type &1 is allowed only for app variants

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI5/DESCRIPTOR_MERG -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Change type &1 is allowed only for app variants

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI5/DESCRIPTOR_MERG008 - Change type &1 is allowed only for app variants ?

  The SAP error message /UI5/DESCRIPTOR_MERG008 Change type &1 is allowed only for app variants typically occurs in the context of SAP Fiori applications when there is an attempt to modify the application descriptor (manifest.json) in a way that is not permitted for the current application type. This error is specifically related to the change types that can be applied to the application descriptor.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when you try to apply a change type that is only applicable to app variants (like creating or modifying a variant of an application) to a standard application. The change types in question could include operations like adding or modifying specific properties in the manifest that are only valid for app variants, not for the main application.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Change Type: Review the change type you are trying to apply. Ensure that it is appropriate for