How To Fix R7B030 - Type of InfoCube (&1) cannot be changed

R7B030 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7B - BW Metadata (InfoCube, InfoObject, InfoObject catalog)

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Type of InfoCube (&1) cannot be changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7B030 - Type of InfoCube (&1) cannot be changed ?

  The SAP error message R7B030, which states "Type of InfoCube (&1) cannot be changed," typically occurs when there is an attempt to change the type of an InfoCube in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) that is not allowed. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when trying to modify the characteristics of an existing InfoCube or when attempting to change its structure.
  
  Cause:
  
  InfoCube Type Restrictions: In SAP BW, InfoCubes are defined with specific types (e.g., standard, real-time, etc.). Once an InfoCube is created, its type cannot be changed due to the underlying data model and dependencies.
  Data Model Integrity: Changing the type of an InfoCube could compromise the integrity of the data model, which is why SAP enforces this restriction.
  Existing Data: If there is already data loaded into the InfoCube, changing its type could lead to inconsistencies or data loss.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Create a New InfoCube: If you need a different type of InfoCube,