How To Fix RSAU277 - You cannot change units in update type 'Overwrite'

RSAU277 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAU - Update rules

• Message number: 277

• Message text: You cannot change units in update type 'Overwrite'

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

A change to the unit in the update type 'Overwrite' is only possible
using the selection of another source key figure.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAU277 - You cannot change units in update type 'Overwrite' ?

  The SAP error message RSAU277, which states "You cannot change units in update type 'Overwrite'," typically occurs in the context of data updates in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when you are trying to perform an update operation that is not allowed due to the nature of the update type being used.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to change the units of measure for a characteristic or key figure in an update type that is set to "Overwrite." In SAP BW, the "Overwrite" update type is designed to replace existing data with new data, and it does not allow for changes in the units of measure. This is to maintain data integrity and consistency in the data warehouse.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can consider the following approaches:
  
  
  Check Update Type: Ensure that you are using the correct update type for your data load. If you need to