How To Fix R7B621 - Characteristic &1: You can only change the InfoArea of basic characters

R7B621 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 621

• Message text: Characteristic &1: You can only change the InfoArea of basic characters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7B621 - Characteristic &1: You can only change the InfoArea of basic characters ?

  The SAP error message R7B621 indicates that you are trying to change the InfoArea of a basic characteristic in the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) system. Basic characteristics are fundamental elements in the data model, and certain restrictions apply to their properties, including the InfoArea they belong to.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  Basic Characteristics: In SAP BW, basic characteristics are defined in a specific InfoArea, and changing their InfoArea is not allowed once they are created. This is a design decision to maintain data integrity and consistency within the data model.
  System Restrictions: The system enforces rules to prevent changes that could lead to inconsistencies in reporting or data processing.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following options:
  
  
  Create a New Characteristic: If you need a characteristic in a different InfoArea, the recommended approach is to create a new characteristic in the desired InfoArea rather than trying to change the InfoArea of an existing one.
  
  
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