How To Fix RSAU512 - Changing update rules is only allowed in version 'M'

RSAU512 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAU - Update rules

• Message number: 512

• Message text: Changing update rules is only allowed in version 'M'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAU512 - Changing update rules is only allowed in version 'M' ?

  The SAP error message RSAU512, which states "Changing update rules is only allowed in version 'M'," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you are trying to modify update rules for a DataSource or InfoPackage that is not in the correct version.
  
  Cause:
  This error arises because the update rules you are trying to change are not in the "M" (Modification) version. In SAP BW, there are different versions of update rules, and only those in the "M" version can be modified. If the update rules are in a different version (like "A" for Active or "D" for Deactivated), you will encounter this error when attempting to make changes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the update rules are in the correct version before making any changes. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Check the Version of the Update Rules:
  
  Go to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction