How To Fix R7B384 - Enhanced master data update is not allowed

R7B384 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 384

• Message text: Enhanced master data update is not allowed

What causes this issue?

You tried to change the compounding definition<(>,<)> which is not
allowed in the following cases:
The InfoObject is not a characteristic.
The InfoObject has data type DATE or TIME.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Cancel the applied changes.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7B384 - Enhanced master data update is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message R7B384, which states "Enhanced master data update is not allowed," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Master Data Management (MDM) or when dealing with enhanced master data in the SAP system. This error indicates that there is an attempt to update master data in a way that is not permitted by the system's configuration or business rules.
  Causes:
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to prevent updates to certain fields or types of master data. This could be due to settings in the customizing or configuration of the master data management module.
  
  
  Data Locking: The master data might be locked for editing due to ongoing processes or transactions that are currently using that data.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to perform the update may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the enhanced master data.
  
  
  Business Rules: There may be specific business rules or validations in place