How To Fix R7291 - Warning! The saved version of InfoObject &1 is being merged

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 291

• Message text: Warning! The saved version of InfoObject &1 is being merged

What causes this issue?

You want to merge the revised version of InfoObject &V1& with the
content version. In addition, you have also just recently changed
InfoObject &V1&, but not yet saved it.
If you want to merge several InfoObjects at the same time, this message
appears only for the first InfoObject.

System Response

Only the saved version of InfoObject &V1& and eventually further
InfoObjects are called for merging.

How to fix this error?

Save the InfoObject first, if you want to see the current modifications
during the merge.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7291 - Warning! The saved version of InfoObject &1 is being merged ?

  The SAP error message R7291, which states "Warning! The saved version of InfoObject &1 is being merged," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there are changes being made to an InfoObject that is currently being used in a data model or has existing data.
  Cause:
  
  Version Conflict: The warning indicates that there is a version conflict with the InfoObject. This can happen if changes were made to the InfoObject while it was still being used in a data model or if there are multiple versions of the InfoObject in the system.
  Data Model Dependencies: The InfoObject may be linked to various data models, queries, or other objects, and changes to it can lead to inconsistencies if not handled properly.
  Transport Requests: If the InfoObject is part of a transport request that is being moved between systems, this warning can occur if the object is being modified in the target system while the transport is being applied.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dependencies: Before making changes to the InfoObject, check for any dependencies or active data models that might be using it. You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to analyze the InfoObject's usage.
  Merge Changes: If you are sure that the changes are necessary, you can proceed with the merge. SAP will automatically handle the merging of the saved version with the current version. However, ensure that you have backups or that you are aware of the changes being made.
  Transport Management: If the issue is related to transport requests, ensure that the transport is correctly applied and that there are no conflicting changes in the target system.
  Testing: After merging, it is advisable to test the InfoObject in the context of the data models and queries that use it to ensure that everything is functioning as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 for data modeling and SE11 for data dictionary objects.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to InfoObjects and version management for best practices.
  SAP Notes: Check for any specific SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address known issues.
  
  If the problem persists or if you are unsure about the changes, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further assistance.