How To Fix J3398 - Choose exactly one update rule


J3398 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: J3 - Dialog Messages for Data Pool Entry Transactions

  • Message number: 398

  • Message text: Choose exactly one update rule

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  • What causes this issue?

    You want to create a condition item for interest rates. In specifying
    the update rule for the interest period, there are eight different
    checkboxes you can select in the receiver structure. Exactly one of
    these must be selected.

    System Response

    The data record is highlighted as incorrect and cannot be transferred.

    How to fix this error?

    Correct the sender record by defining the update rule.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J3398 - Choose exactly one update rule ?
    The SAP error message J3398, which states "Choose exactly one update rule," typically occurs in the context of data extraction or data loading processes, particularly when working with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence). This error indicates that the system expects you to select a single update rule for a particular operation, but either none or multiple rules have been selected.
    
    Cause: Multiple Update Rules Selected: The most common cause of this error is that the user has selected more than one update rule when the system requires only one. No Update Rule Selected: Conversely, if no update rule is selected, the system will also trigger this error.
    Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the InfoObject or the data source that leads to ambiguity in the selection of update rules.
    Solution: Select a Single Update Rule: Go back to the selection screen where you are prompted to choose an

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