How To Fix BDDISTMODEL016 - Save first

BDDISTMODEL016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BDDISTMODEL - Distribution Model Maintenance: Manual and Using API

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Save first

What causes this issue?

This action requires that the distribution model is consistently saved
in the database.
The distribution model has been changed.

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?

Save the distribution model and repeat the action.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

BDDISTMODEL016 - Details

• The SAP error message BDDISTMODEL016 with the description "Save first" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Business Data Distribution (BDD) framework. This error indicates that there is an attempt to perform an action (like creating or modifying a distribution model) without saving the current changes or data first.
  
  Cause:
  
  Unsaved Changes: The most common cause of this error is that there are unsaved changes in the distribution model or related data. SAP requires that all changes be saved before proceeding with further actions.
  Session State: The system may be in a state where it expects a save operation to be completed before allowing other operations.
  User Interface Navigation: Sometimes, navigating away from a screen or attempting to execute a function without saving can trigger this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Save Changes: The immediate solution is to save any changes you have made in the distribution model. Look for a "Save" button or use the keyboard shortcut