How To Fix WB2B138 - The field ( &1 ) can no longer be changed

WB2B138 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB2B - Trading Contract

• Message number: 138

• Message text: The field ( &1 ) can no longer be changed

What causes this issue?

Follow-on documents have already been created for this item. As a
result, the field can no longer be changed.

System Response

The system rejects any change to this field.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

WB2B138 - Details

• The SAP error message WB2B138, which states "The field (&1) can no longer be changed," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow or when dealing with certain transactions in the SAP system. This error indicates that the field you are trying to modify is locked or has reached a state where it can no longer be edited.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Status: The field you are trying to change may have a status that prevents further modifications. This can happen if the document has already been processed or if it is in a status that does not allow changes.
  Document Locking: The document may be locked by another user or process, preventing any changes to its fields.
  Workflow Status: If the document is part of a workflow, it may be in a step where certain fields are not editable.
  Configuration Settings: Certain fields may be configured in such a way that they are only editable