How To Fix R7B167 - No entries modified

R7B167 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 167

• Message text: No entries modified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7B167 - No entries modified ?

  The SAP error message R7B167 "No entries modified" typically occurs in the context of data updates or modifications in the SAP system, particularly when working with data in the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or related modules. This message indicates that an attempt to modify or update entries in a database table or data object did not result in any changes.
  Causes:
  
  No Changes Detected: The most common cause is that the data you are trying to modify is already in the desired state, meaning that the update operation does not result in any changes.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used for the update may not match any existing records, leading to no entries being modified.
  Data Locking: If the data is locked by another process or user, the update may not be able to proceed, resulting in no modifications.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations to modify the data can also lead to this message.
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