How To Fix WB2_ASGT049 - The shadow item cannot be changed

WB2_ASGT049 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB2_ASGT - Shadow items ans assignments

• Message number: 049

• Message text: The shadow item cannot be changed

What causes this issue?

The shadow item is not changeable.

System Response

The shadow item can be identified by GUID &V1&.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB2_ASGT049 - The shadow item cannot be changed ?

  The SAP error message WB2_ASGT049, which states "The shadow item cannot be changed," typically occurs in the context of managing shadow items in the SAP system, particularly in the area of materials management or inventory management. Shadow items are often used in scenarios where a material is being processed in a way that requires a temporary representation of the item, such as during a transfer or when dealing with stock in transit.
  
  Cause:
  The error message WB2_ASGT049 usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Locked Shadow Item: The shadow item is currently locked for changes because it is being processed in another transaction or by another user.
  Incorrect Status: The shadow item may be in a status that does not allow changes, such as being part of a completed transaction or being in a state that requires it to remain unchanged.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations or settings in the SAP