How To Fix WRF_CHAR_VAL122 - The specified function is not allowed to be maintained

WRF_CHAR_VAL122 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_CHAR_VAL - Messages for Package WRF_CHARACTERISTIC_VALUE_GRP

• Message number: 122

• Message text: The specified function is not allowed to be maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_CHAR_VAL122 - The specified function is not allowed to be maintained ?

  SAP Error Message:
  WRF_CHAR_VAL122 – The specified function is not allowed to be maintained
  
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when a user tries to maintain or change a characteristic or function in a way that is restricted by the system. Specifically, the function or characteristic you are attempting to modify is either:
  
  Locked or protected from changes due to system settings or configuration.
  Not allowed to be maintained in the current context (e.g., in a certain customizing or master data transaction).
  Part of a standard SAP object or function that is not intended to be changed by users.
  Restricted by authorization or role settings.
  
  In many cases, this message appears in the context of Classification (CL30N, CL20N), Variant Configuration, or when maintaining characteristics and their values in SAP Logistics or SAP Variant Configuration.
  
  Typical Scenarios:
  
  Trying to change a characteristic that is assigned as a key characteristic or has dependencies.
  Attempting to maintain a function module or characteristic value that is