How To Fix LM620 - Use one of the following functions first: Create, Change, or Prepare ODS

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LM - Treasury: Limit Management

• Message number: 620

• Message text: Use one of the following functions first: Create, Change, or Prepare ODS

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LM620 - Use one of the following functions first: Create, Change, or Prepare ODS ?

  The SAP error message LM620 indicates that you are trying to perform an operation on an Operational Data Store (ODS) object without first creating, changing, or preparing it. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when working with ODS objects.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to execute a function that requires the ODS object to be in a specific state (created, changed, or prepared) but it is not. This can happen if:
  
  The ODS object has not been created yet.
  The ODS object exists but has not been activated or prepared for use.
  You are trying to perform an operation that is not allowed in the current state of the ODS object.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the LM620 error, you should follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the ODS Object Status:
  
  Go to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction code RSA1).
  Navigate to the ODS object in question and check its status. Ensure that it has been created and activated.
  
  
  
  Create or Change the ODS Object:
  
  If the ODS object does not exist, you need to create it using the "Create ODS" function.
  If it exists but is not activated, you may need to make changes to it and then activate it.
  
  
  
  Prepare the ODS Object:
  
  If the ODS object is in a state that requires preparation, use the "Prepare ODS" function to prepare it for data loading.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that any data sources or transformations that feed into the ODS object are also correctly set up and activated.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions related to the ODS object you are working with.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSO2 (Manage ODS Objects), and RSO1 (Manage InfoObjects).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the ODS object you are working with.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the LM620 error and successfully work with your ODS object in SAP BW.