How To Fix IWP533 - BI object type cannot be changed once set, so use caution

IWP533 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IWP - Messages for IWP

• Message number: 533

• Message text: BI object type cannot be changed once set, so use caution

What causes this issue?

You set the BI object type to &V1&. Once a BI object type has been set,
it cannot be changed again.

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

Ensure you have made the correct selection.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IWP533 - BI object type cannot be changed once set, so use caution ?

  The SAP error message IWP533 indicates that you are attempting to change the object type of a Business Intelligence (BI) object after it has already been set. This is a warning to ensure that users are cautious when making changes to BI objects, as altering the object type can have significant implications for data integrity and reporting.
  
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs in the following scenarios:
  
  Object Type Change Attempt: You are trying to change the type of a BI object (e.g., InfoObject, InfoProvider, etc.) after it has been created and saved.
  Configuration Changes: You may be making changes in the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI system where the object type is critical for the functioning of reports and data models.
  System Restrictions: The system is designed to prevent changes to the object type to maintain consistency and integrity of the BI data model.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Review Object Type: