How To Fix /CFG/DSY_DS086 - Dataset header attribute &1 changed from '&2' to '&3'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CFG/DSY_DS -

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Dataset header attribute &1 changed from '&2' to '&3'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CFG/DSY_DS086 - Dataset header attribute &1 changed from '&2' to '&3' ?

  The SAP error message /CFG/DSY_DS086 indicates that there has been a change in the dataset header attribute of a specific dataset. The message format typically includes the following components:
  
  &1: The name of the dataset or the attribute that has changed.
  &2: The previous value of the attribute.
  &3: The new value of the attribute.
  
  Cause
  This error usually occurs in the context of data management or configuration within SAP, particularly when dealing with datasets in the context of data services or data integration. The change in the dataset header attribute could be due to:
  
  Manual Changes: A user or administrator may have manually changed the dataset attributes.
  System Updates: An update or migration process may have altered the dataset attributes.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration settings or parameters that affect how datasets are managed.
  
  Solution
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Review Changes: Check the change logs or audit trails to identify who made the changes and why. This can help determine if the change was intentional or accidental.
  Validate Dataset: Ensure that the dataset is still valid and that the changes made do not affect its integrity or usability.
  Revert Changes: If the change was not intended, consider reverting the dataset attribute back to its original value (i.e., from '&3' back to '&2').
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific dataset and its attributes to understand the implications of the changes.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this error is affecting critical business processes.
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to data services and dataset management, such as DSY for data services.
  User Roles: Ensure that users making changes to datasets have the appropriate roles and permissions to avoid unauthorized changes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the /CFG/DSY_DS086 error message in SAP.