How To Fix J3412 - Field 'NSTUFE' can only be filled for update rule 'single dates'

J3412 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 412

• Message text: Field 'NSTUFE' can only be filled for update rule 'single dates'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J3412 - Field 'NSTUFE' can only be filled for update rule 'single dates' ?

  The SAP error message J3412, which states that "Field 'NSTUFE' can only be filled for update rule 'single dates'," typically occurs in the context of data extraction or data loading processes, particularly when dealing with InfoObjects in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence).
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when there is an attempt to populate the field NSTUFE (which is related to the "number of periods" or "number of time units") in a context where it is not applicable. Specifically, this field can only be filled when the update rule is set to handle "single dates." If the update rule is configured for multiple dates or a different type of data processing, the system will not allow the population of this field, leading to the error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Update Rule Configuration:
  
  Go to the update rule settings in the SAP BW system.
  Verify that