How To Fix CME_DTYPE027 - You cannot prohibit intervals

CME_DTYPE027 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CME_DTYPE - CME Data Type: Checks

• Message number: 027

• Message text: You cannot prohibit intervals

What causes this issue?

The data type has versions - higher versions must remain compatible
with lower versions.

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?

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 CME_DTYPE027 - You cannot prohibit intervals ?

  The SAP error message CME_DTYPE027 with the description "You cannot prohibit intervals" typically occurs in the context of data type definitions or when working with certain data models in SAP, particularly in the context of the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA environments.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when there is an attempt to set restrictions or prohibitions on intervals for a characteristic or a key figure that does not support such restrictions. In SAP BW, for example, certain data types or characteristics may not allow for the definition of prohibited intervals, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Data Type: Check the data type of the characteristic or key figure you are working with. Ensure that it supports the use of intervals. If it does not, you will need to adjust your approach.
  
  
  Adjust the Interval Settings: If you are trying to prohibit certain intervals, you