How To Fix R7568 - InfoObject &1 is used in InfoCubes: Not all properties are changeable

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 568

• Message text: InfoObject &1 is used in InfoCubes: Not all properties are changeable

What causes this issue?

If InfoObjects are already being used in InfoCubes, the following
properties can not be changed any more:
All InfoObjects: Exclusive attribute
Characteristics: Constant
Key Figures: Key figure type, aggregation, fixed currency, fixed unit,
unit InfoObject
InfoObject units: Unit type
A change to these properties can lead to inconsistent InfoCube data.

System Response

These properties are not changed when updating from the source system.

How to fix this error?

Using the where-used list, you can find out in which InfoCubes an
InfoObject is still being used. If an InfoObject is still being used,
but the above properties should still be deleted, then you firstly have
to delete the InfoObject from the InfoCubes. Only afterwards can you
change the above properties / does the update from the source system
actually bring about any changes.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7568 - InfoObject &1 is used in InfoCubes: Not all properties are changeable ?

  The SAP error message R7568 indicates that you are trying to change properties of an InfoObject that is currently being used in InfoCubes, and not all properties of that InfoObject can be modified. This is a common issue when working with InfoObjects in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  The InfoObject is already being used in one or more InfoCubes.
  Certain properties of InfoObjects, such as data type, length, or key attributes, cannot be changed once the InfoObject is in use.
  The properties you are trying to change may be restricted due to dependencies on existing data models or queries.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Dependencies:
  
  Check which InfoCubes are using the InfoObject. You can do this by navigating to the InfoObject in the Data Warehousing Workbench and checking its usage.
  
  
  
  Review Properties:
  
  Determine which properties you are trying to change. If they are critical properties (like data type or key attributes), you may need to reconsider the change.
  
  
  
  Create a New InfoObject:
  
  If the changes are necessary and cannot be made to the existing InfoObject, consider creating a new InfoObject with the desired properties. You can then update the InfoCubes and other objects to use the new InfoObject.
  
  
  
  Modify InfoCubes:
  
  If you must change the existing InfoObject, you may need to first remove it from the InfoCubes where it is used. This can involve:
  
  Deleting or modifying the InfoCubes that use the InfoObject.
  Making the necessary changes to the InfoObject.
  Re-adding the InfoObject to the InfoCubes.
  
  
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any changes are properly transported to the production environment after testing.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to InfoObjects and InfoCubes for any specific guidelines or restrictions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions for this specific error.
  Data Model Impact: Understand the impact of changes on existing reports, queries, and data models that rely on the InfoObject.
  Testing: Always test changes in a development or QA environment before applying them to production to avoid data inconsistencies or loss.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the R7568 error and make the necessary adjustments to your InfoObjects and InfoCubes in SAP BW.