How To Fix UPWB146 - Cross-client Customizing or Repository objects cannot be created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPWB - Messages for Development Class UPWB

• Message number: 146

• Message text: Cross-client Customizing or Repository objects cannot be created

What causes this issue?

In the system settings it is determined that client-dependent
Customizing is not permitted, or the Repository objects are not allowed
to be created in this client.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Inform the system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPWB146 - Cross-client Customizing or Repository objects cannot be created ?

  The SAP error message UPWB146 indicates that there is an issue with creating cross-client customizing or repository objects in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP BusinessObjects environments, where certain objects are expected to be created in a specific client context.
  Cause:
  
  
  Client-Specific Settings: The error often occurs when you attempt to create or modify objects that are meant to be cross-client (i.e., they should be available across all clients) in a client-specific context. This can happen if you are logged into a client that does not allow such changes.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify cross-client objects.
  
  
  Transport Layer Issues: There may be issues with the transport layer configuration, which can prevent the creation of objects that need to be transported across clients.
  
  
  System Configuration: The system may not be configured correctly to allow the creation of certain types of objects.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Client: Ensure that you are logged into the correct client. Cross-client objects should typically be created in the client designated for development (often client 000 or a specific development client).
  
  
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify cross-client objects. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  Transport Configuration: Review the transport layer settings to ensure that they are correctly configured. This includes checking the transport routes and ensuring that the transport directory is accessible.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: If you are trying to create or modify objects, use the appropriate transaction codes (like SE11 for Data Dictionary objects, SE80 for development objects, etc.) in the correct client context.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific object you are trying to create. There may be specific guidelines or prerequisites that need to be followed.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing cross-client objects, such as SE11, SE80, and others.
  Authorization Objects: Review the authorization objects related to cross-client activities, such as S_DEVELOP, S_TCODE, and others.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the UPWB146 error and implement a solution to resolve it.